Project Worker
Mental Health | 1 SW17 |£16.24 per hour (incl. of Holiday Pay) | 1-2 months | Job Ref: BD9151 | Posted: 18/02/2025
Central is currently recruiting for a Project Worker, to work in the Westminster area. This supported accommodation provides support to vulnerable adults with a range of mental health support needs.
The successful candidate will be required to work 37.5 hours per week, working across Monday - Sunday on a rota basis, covering mid (10AM - 4:30PM) and long (8AM - 8:30PM) shifts. Temporary cover is required for approximately 2-3 months. The pay rate for this role is £14.49 per hour, with £ 1.75 holiday pay, totalling £16.24 per hour.
In this position, you will be required to:
- Hold a caseload of 2-3 key clients and conduct regular key working sessions resulting in agreed support and safety plans.
- Support residents with daily living tasks including cleaning, cooking, shopping, and managing finances.
- Encourage and assist residents in accessing educational, employment, leisure, and social activities, fostering personal development.
- Ensure residents are abiding by the terms of their housing license and maintaining a safe living environment
- Build trust and rapport with residents, particularly those who may be resistant or hesitant, using a person-centred approach to engage them in the planning process.
- Work closely with other professionals, incorporating their input into safety and support plans to provide a holistic approach to resident care.
- Collaborate with professionals like social workers, healthcare workers, and mental health specialists to ensure comprehensive care
- Act as an advocate for residents, ensuring their needs are communicated and respected
- Educate and guide residents in understanding and following relevant policies and procedures to promote a safe and effective living environment
Please note: this role involves lone working
To apply for this role, you must have;
- Experience of working with vulnerable adults including mental health in a supported housing environment
- A strong understanding of trauma-informed and person-centred approaches
- The ability to quickly build trust and rapport with residents who may be ambivalent or resistant
- Experience of in managing a caseload or key clients, conducting assessments, and analysing data to identify resident needs
- The ability to create collaborative support plans, build rapport, and foster collaboration with residents
- Strong communication and coordination skills to work with professionals from various disciplines
- Knowledge of health and safety regulations and protocols
- Proficient in maintaining accurate records and preparing reports while adhering to confidentiality protocols
- Understanding and adherence to relevant policies and procedures in supported accommodation services
- Flexibility, resilience, and readiness to adapt to a dynamic environment
Candidates must confirm their interest as soon as possible, with interviews scheduled shortly after and the appointed candidate expected to start as soon as possible.
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