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Horton Housing is a not-for-profit Housing Association that manages a wide range of different housing, training and support services across Bradford, Calderdale, Kirklees and North Yorkshire. We offer support to a variety of people, including those who are homeless or at risk, young people and refugees. We offer accommodation, skills and language support, and use a strength based approach to help the people we support achieve their goals in a manner which works for them.

We are currently recruiting for two Housing Support Workers to join our HACS 4 All service in Keighley. These positions are 35 hours per week.

The role

As a Support Worker, you will adopt a trauma-informed approach, ensuring that your support is responsive to the impact of past experiences on individuals’ well-being. You will help people develop essential life skills, including maintaining tenancy agreements and achieving positive outcomes. You will deliver tenancy ready training and provide support to help individuals transition into permanent housing. Additionally, you will assist with both the practical and emotional aspects of sustaining their accommodation, working closely with other support services as required. Your responsibilities will include addressing immediate needs such as accessing welfare benefits, securing food and clothing, and ensuring access to healthcare. Support will be tailored to each individual’s needs, guided by assessments and personalised support plans.

For further detail see the Recruitment Pack.

What we are looking for

Experience of working with people with multiple needs, people who may have mental health challenges, offending behaviour, drug and/or alcohol problems.
Skills in planning, organising and prioritising work to maintain accurate and timely reports.
Excellent communication skills, including active listening.
You are approachable, adaptable and have the ability to remain calm and work effectively under pressure.
A full UK driving licence and use of a car for work purposes, which can be insured for business use
Understanding of Trauma Informed Practice is desirable

What Horton offers in return?

In return, this role is offering £26,655 per year. The role also offers excellent benefits including 6 weeks annual leave + bank holidays and exceptional training and development opportunities.

How to apply

Please fill out the application form in full, detailing how you meet the requirements of the role.

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