Project Worker - Complex Needs

The successful candidate will be required to work 37.5 hours per week, working Monday - Sunday on a rota basis, covering early (8AM - 4PM) and late (2:30PM - 10:30PM) shifts. Temporary cover is required for approximately 2-3 months and a possible extension due to performance.In this position, you will be expected to;- Hold a caseload of 8 key clients and conduct regular key working sessions resulting in agreed Support Plans which focus on supporting clients around substance misuse, developing independent living skills, planning move-on options and managing safeguarding concerns- Complete comprehensive risk and needs assessments with clients who may be ambivalent about taking up support and who may have had difficult prior experiences with specialist services- Respond to referrals within agreed timescales for both in-house referrals of existing service users and by supporting new scheme referrals via specialist input- Identify care pathways and treatment options and support the acquisition of the skills needed to participate in treatment settings- Coach service users, advocate on their behalf and make appropriate referrals to relevant specialist services- Build and maintain effective relationships with all stakeholders, including other services, external agencies, treatment and accommodation providers, service user groups, peer-led groups, and mutual aid communities.- Work with residents to maximise benefit entitlements and secure project income through the collection of rents
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