Dual Support Worker

We are currently recruiting for a Dual Support Worker to join our HACS 4 ALL service in Keighley. This role is 35 hours per week, working Monday - Thursday, 8am to 5pm., The Dual Support Worker will be responsible for assisting people in there day to day life skills set, which will include supporting people to maintain their tenancy agreements, achieve successful outcomes. You will be responsible for delivering tenancy ready training and support to enable people to move on into permanent housing. You will also assist people in the practical and emotional aspects of maintaining their accommodation and liaising with other support services. You will ensure immediate needs are met, such as access to welfare benefits, food, clothing and health care. You will provide appropriate support based on the person's needs, using assessment and support plans.

• Experience of working with people who have a range of needs, such as drug or alcohol challenges, rough sleeping, mental health challenges and a history of offending.


• Health and safety task including in the maintenance of properties (i.e. fire alarm tests, property checks, reporting repairs etc.)


• Equality and diversity, which promotes and values people as individuals.


• Planning, organising and prioritise work to maintain accurate and timely reports.


• Have excellent communication, report writing and ICT skills.


• You are approachable, adaptable and have the ability to remain calm and work effectively under pressure.


• Driving licence and vehicle
  
  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.
  
  In return, this role is offering a salary of up to £25,572 based on a 35 hour week. The role also offers excellent benefits including 6 weeks annual leave (+ Bank Holidays) and exceptional training and development opportunities.