Support Officer
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dedicated team providing housing-related support to individuals with mental health needs in a supported accommodation setting.Support Officer Sittingbourne Mental Health Focused Housing Support 3 Months Temp to Perm 25 Hours Per Week £17.09 LTD / £14.57 PAYE inc hol
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dedicated team providing housing-related support to individuals with mental health needs in a supported accommodation setting.
THE ROLE
As a Support Officer, you will provide effective housing management and tailored support to customers, enabling them to achieve their goals and progress towards greater independence.
Develop and implement SMART support plans, regularly reviewing customer progressAssist with housing applications, benefits, and tenancy-related support
Conduct risk assessments and create risk management plans
Signpost customers to external services such as healthcare, legal support, and job centres
Maximise income collection through rent and service charge management
Engage with community services and attend local multi-agency meetings
Facilitate customer involvement in service planning and improvement
THE CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a similar role, supporting individuals with mental health needs in a supported housing or social care setting.
Knowledge of housing, homelessness, and social care legislationExperience in housing management or housing-related support
Strong communication skills and a customer-focused approach
Ability to advocate effectively for customers and work collaboratively with stakeholders
IT proficiency, including Microsoft Word and Outlook
THE CONTRACT
25 Hours Per Week Flexible, but one day must be 9-5- Month Contract – potential for temp to perm
£17.09 per hour LTD / £14.57 per hour PAYE, inc holiday
HOW TO APPLYTo apply for this role, please email a copy of your CV to lee.mcmillan@servicecare.org.uk or call 01772 208966 to discuss the role in more detail
If the role is more suited to someone you know, we offer a £250 referral bonus for every successfully referred candidate