Project Worker - Sheffield, United Kingdom - Sanctuary Supported Living

    Sanctuary Supported Living
    Sanctuary Supported Living Sheffield, United Kingdom

    Found in: Talent UK C2 - 1 week ago

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    The role of Project Worker will include:
  • Providing support to encourage our customers at our Domestic Abuse Scheme to maximise their own potential and independence
  • Assisting clients with managing finances and welfare benefits
  • Encouraging social inclusion and helping clients to build their confidence, resilience, and self-esteem
  • Working with statutory and non-statutory agencies on behalf of the clients and actively encouraging choice and involvement, or acting as an advocate when required
  • Promoting safe working practices by undertaking risk assessments within legislative frameworks
  • Skills and experiences:

  • You will have previous experience in a role supporting victims of domestic abuse or a background gained in a supported living environment in a project worker capacity
  • Sound knowledge of housing management including voids and arrears management
  • Good understanding of occupancy agreements
  • The ability to react effectively under pressure
  • The ability to work on your own initiative and ability to source innovative solutions to problems
  • You will be empathetic and non-judgmental with good interpersonal and customer care skills
  • NVQ 3 in Health and Social Care, or willing to work towards, is essential
  • Are you ready to be your best?

    Brilliant work deserves brilliant benefits As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary Supported Living a great place to work, here are just some of the ways we'll reward you:

  • At least 25 days paid holiday, rising to 30 days after 5 years' service (plus public holidays) pro rata
  • A pension scheme with employer contributions
  • A variety of online discounts and rewards from major retailers
  • Health and well-being plans
  • Life assurance
  • Family friendly arrangements, including opportunities for flexible working
  • Tax efficient savings through our Cycle to Work scheme
  • A wide range of learning and development opportunities
  • The full time equivalent for this role is 37.5 hours
  • Job Reference: 217957