PHE Outreach Worker

JOB-20240911-46972578

Job Title: PHE Outreach Worker
Job Location: Reading, UK
Salary: £23 per hour Umbrella/LTD Hourly
Contract: 3 months, Full-time

We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic PHE Outreach Worker to join our dynamic team in the vibrant town of Reading. This is a 3-month contract earning £23 per hour, ideal for those looking to make a real impact while enjoying the flexibility and benefits of locum work.

Perks and benefits:

- Experience the benefits of working on a locum basis, such as the flexibility to design your work schedule around your life.
- Take advantage of the full-time position, giving you the opportunity to immerse yourself completely in the role and make a meaningful difference.
- Additionally, enhance your professional network and learn on the job from a diverse and dedicated multi-disciplinary team.
- Lastly, you'll earn a competitive hourly rate that reflects your skills and commitment.

What you will do:

- Provide engaging and assertive outreach to individuals facing rough sleeping, begging, and street-based challenges, building trust and rapport.
- Use your knowledge of substance misuse, alcohol misuse, and mental health to support individuals and guide them towards appropriate services.
- Operate independently and collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team, delivering case management with strong communication and advocacy skills.
- Flexibly work during evenings, weekends, and adverse weather conditions to ensure support is always available.
- Develop and implement personalised action plans for each individual to promote positive life changes and encourage consistent service engagement.

Key Experience Required:

- Demonstrated experience in engaging with rough sleepers, beggars, and street-based populations.
- A solid grasp of issues related to substance misuse, alcohol misuse, and mental health.
- Proven ability to conduct assertive outreach with those reluctant to engage with services.
- Experience working with individuals who have multiple and complex needs.
- Confidence in working both independently and within a multidisciplinary team.
- Exceptional communication, advocacy, and case management capabilities.
- Flexibility to work unconventional hours including evenings, weekends, and during inclement weather conditions.

Reading is a fantastic place to work and live, offering a vibrant community atmosphere with easy access to both the bustling city life of London and the tranquil countryside. It's a town full of history and modern amenities, providing an enriching backdrop for both personal and professional life. Join us in making a difference while enjoying all that Reading has to offer.

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