Senior Housing Management Worker

Senior Housing Management Worker

Location: Huntingdon

Salary: £23,793 per year.

Job type: Full-time, Permanent. Shift rota covering 08:00 to 21:00 including weekends.

Amicus Trust has been supporting the homeless community since its origins as a soup kitchen in 1974; our mission is to ensure everyone has a life free from homelessness and a place in their community.

We are here for individuals between the ages of 16 – 65 who are rough sleeping, considered homeless or at risk of homelessness. Individuals may or may not have a range of complex needs including mental health issues, ex-offending, alcohol dependency, early life trauma or family breakdown.

We also provide dedicated properties for single homeless veterans.

We understand that our staff at the core of our service delivery; for 12 years we have achieved the accreditation of Investors In People and we are committed to a rigorous Equality and Diversity Policy.

We are looking for empathetic and resilient individuals who are passionate about making a difference, you can find out more about what we do and who we support on our website.

The Role:

To ensure the efficient and effective management of the supported housing stock. To liaise on a regularly basis and to ensure staff work consistently and to a high standard in the delivery of services.

Duties include:

• Be responsible for the new residents’ application process, for managing referrals and ensuring accurate records are maintained by all staff within the project.
• Be responsible for the resolving of problems and discrepancies with residents on housing benefit and other social benefits.
• Ensuring that the staff team deliver an efficient and effective service:
• Lead staff in writing, implementing and reviewing personal development programmes which reflect the interests and wishes of the reside
• Responsibility for ensuring that Amicus Trust Limited’s policies and procedure are followed:
• Ensure that the relevant individuals are sought for guidance prior to any Notice to Vacate being issued and that procedures are followed correctly.
• Ensure staff are fully conversant with Policies and Procedures and that any new policies and procedures are implemented with the team.
• Responsible for ensuring an efficient and effective administration of the accommodation.
• Responsible for managing the basic day to day IT issues within the accommodation
• Ensure that financial records are maintained according to procedures.
• To ensure staff are on site and available 24/7 if applicable.
• Provide reporting systems as required and to deadline.
• Operate within Amicus Trust Limited’s policies.

Key Skills Required:

Education –

• ‘A’ level or equivalent. (Desirable)
• NVQ Level 3/4 in Social Care Qualification or working towards or equivalent. (Essential)

Work Experience –

• 2 years’ experience in a senior role. (Essential)
• 1 years’ experience of working with vulnerable people. (Desirable)
• Experience or Knowledge of Supporting People, Housing Benefits etc. (Desirable)
• Experience of motivating and building an effective team of staff. (Essential)
• Experience of working within boundaries, appreciating the importance of confidentiality. (Essential)

Special Skills –

• Good communication skills both verbally and in writing. (Essential)
• Ability to write clear and concise reports. (Essential)
• Good IT Skills. (Essential)
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload. (Essential)
• Ability to work to tight deadlines. (Essential)
• Capable of working on own initiative and as part of a team. (Essential)

Personal Qualities –

• Empathy with the aims of Amicus Trust Limited. (Essential)
• Relate well to a wide range of people. (Essential)
• Commitment to equal opportunities and diversity. (Essential)
• Very Flexible approach to hours worked and work content. (Essential)
• Car driver with use of car essential as will be driving between properties daily. (Essential)

Extra Information:

• Use of a car is necessary due to visiting a number of properties across Leicester
• A satisfactory Enhanced Vulnerable Adults DBS check is required (cost met by Amicus Trust)
• Full new starter induction will be provided
• 6 months’ probation period is in effect
• Mileage contribution 40 pence per mile
• Time off in lieu is offered
• Pension included
• Entitled to sick pay after a qualifying period
• Provided branded work wear (free)

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Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of, Senior Housing Worker, Homeless Support Worker, Housing Management Worker, Charity Support Worker, Support Worker, Care Assistant, Support Worker, Care Management, Care Assist, Support Coordinator, Support Manager, Vulnerable Adult, Support Assistant, Adult Support Worker, Adult Care Assistant, Mental Health Support will be considered for this role.