Support Worker – Rough Sleeping

Support Worker – Rough Sleeper Prevention Worker

Location: Exeter
Salary: £24,500 per year
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday with occasional weekend work
Contract Type: Permanent

This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking charity dedicated to supporting the most vulnerable members of society. This company offers a rewarding role with a chance to make a significant impact on the lives of individuals experiencing rough sleeping in the Exeter area.

The Role
As a Rough Sleeper Prevention Worker, you will be at the forefront of tackling homelessness. You will support individuals to move from the streets into secure ‘off the street’ placements, including emergency sleeping pods. The role includes assertive outreach sessions, making contact with both new and long-term rough sleepers to assess their needs and provide person-centred support. You will be involved in delivering immediate assistance, conducting needs assessments, and creating personalised support plans to help individuals achieve positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out assertive outreach and visit identified hotspots to engage with rough sleepers
• Manage referrals and provide emergency accommodation support
• Conduct needs assessments and risk assessments for individuals accessing services
• Empower clients to achieve personal goals by developing their skills, confidence, and wellbeing
• Maintain accurate client records using the internal client record system
• Participate in a rota system, which includes early mornings, evenings, and weekend shifts as needed

What You’ll Need

• Valid UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle for business use
• Experience working with vulnerable adults or those with complex needs and challenging behaviours
• Strong relationship-building skills to engage clients and develop effective support pathways

Benefits
This organisation offers a competitive benefits package to support your personal and professional growth, including:

• Career development opportunities and monthly training sessions
• Annual salary increases for the first three years
• 27 days of annual leave, increasing to 30 days after four years, with an additional day off for your birthday
• 6 free counselling sessions via an Employee Assistance Programme
• 30% staff discount at charity shops and 20% discount at bike workshops
• Generous pension scheme
• Access to healthcare professionals and discounts on treatments via the Simply Health Scheme
• Reflective Practice sessions every six weeks to support your wellbeing

If you’re looking for a rewarding role with excellent career prospects, apply today to join a supportive team making a tangible difference in Exeter.

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