Summary: The Housing First Worker role in Tower Hamlets involves providing personalized, trauma-informed support to individuals with complex needs, aiming to foster long-term sustainable tenancies. The position requires coordination with various agencies to enhance community connectivity and independence for clients facing multiple exclusions. The worker will also conduct assessments and assist clients in navigating their housing situations effectively. This role is crucial in promoting the Housing First principles within the local community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Delivering wrap-around intensive, trauma-informed support to individuals with complex issues in their independent tenancies.
• Liaising with agencies to facilitate access to support services, including Adult Social Care and Health services.
• Building and maintaining networks with staff from other agencies to promote the Housing First pilot.
• Assisting landlords and clients with practical help related to accommodation, including benefits advice.
• Performing robust assessments of referrals to ensure eligibility for the service.

Key Skills:

• Understanding of the interdependencies of mental health, substance abuse, and offending behavior.
• Ability to advocate for clients' rights and promote their independence.
• Experience in data collection, administration, and maintaining accurate case notes.
• Adaptability to changing needs and resilience in challenging situations.
• Ability to engage meaningfully in planned supervision.

Salary (Rate): 21

City: London

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other