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This is a challenging but rewarding role, supporting individuals that sleep rough on the streets of Kent, many of whom are entrenched, have complex support needs and have a history of non-engagement. You will assist with issues that may have led to the breakdown of previous accommodation, as well as maintaining strong relationships with partner agencies, ensuring that the needs of individuals are met.
The role requires:
A patient, compassionate understanding of individuals who have spent many years on the street and who may find it difficult to engage with mainstream services. Specialist knowledge in assisting rough sleepers with substance misuse and or mental health issues. Excellent communication, administrative and negotiation skills. Enjoy working both as part of a busy team and independently within the community. A passion for working in a client focused manner and be committed to achieving positive outcomes for the people you support. An ability to set clear goals and boundaries to empower clients identify with and reach their full potential. A high level of resilience and the ability to work under sustained pressure.
Interview date: 18th August 2021
Contract: Fixed term for 1 year
Working Pattern: 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday with some flexibility required
About Porchlight: Porchlight is a charity supporting people who are homeless, vulnerable and isolated. At Porchlight, we are passionate about helping vulnerable people to reach their full potential. We strive for a fairer society where vulnerable people find stability, the most excluded are included, and where homelessness and poverty are things of the past.
Employee Benefits: As a member of the Porchlight team, you will have access to a wide range of employee benefits including:
- Free life insurance
- Flexible working hours
- 25 days holiday per year (increasing to 30 days after 5 years service) pro rata
- Porchlight pension scheme (contributions matched up to 7%)
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and trained Mental Health First Aider's
Advertiser: Direct Employer
Reference: PL111
Posted on: 2021-08-06 09:54:24
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This Job Has Expired! This advert has now been deleted by the advertiser, the details below are for information only.
This is a challenging but rewarding role, supporting individuals that sleep rough on the streets of Kent, many of whom are entrenched, have complex support needs and have a history of non-engagement. You will assist with issues that may have led to the breakdown of previous accommodation, as well as maintaining strong relationships with partner agencies, ensuring that the needs of individuals are met.
The role requires:
A patient, compassionate understanding of individuals who have spent many years on the street and who may find it difficult to engage with mainstream services. Specialist knowledge in assisting rough sleepers with substance misuse and or mental health issues. Excellent communication, administrative and negotiation skills. Enjoy working both as part of a busy team and independently within the community. A passion for working in a client focused manner and be committed to achieving positive outcomes for the people you support. An ability to set clear goals and boundaries to empower clients identify with and reach their full potential. A high level of resilience and the ability to work under sustained pressure.
Interview date: 18th August 2021
Contract: Fixed term for 1 year
Working Pattern: 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday with some flexibility required
About Porchlight: Porchlight is a charity supporting people who are homeless, vulnerable and isolated. At Porchlight, we are passionate about helping vulnerable people to reach their full potential. We strive for a fairer society where vulnerable people find stability, the most excluded are included, and where homelessness and poverty are things of the past.
Employee Benefits: As a member of the Porchlight team, you will have access to a wide range of employee benefits including:
- Free life insurance
- Flexible working hours
- 25 days holiday per year (increasing to 30 days after 5 years service) pro rata
- Porchlight pension scheme (contributions matched up to 7%)
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and trained Mental Health First Aider's
Advertiser: Direct Employer
Reference: PL111
Posted on: 2021-08-06 09:54:24
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