13 Support Worker Jobs in Wales

Job Title: Housing Interventions Worker - Community Team
Specialism: Housing Support / Community Services
Location: Merthyr Tydfil, UK
Salary: £26,000.00 per annum
Type: Permanent, Full Time

Housing Interventions Worker within the Community Team in Merthyr Tydfil, earning £26,000.00 per annum. This full-time permanent opportunity offers the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals involved with the criminal justice system by helping them secure and sustain stable accommodation. Working within a dedicated organisation committed to breaking cycles of homelessness, addiction, and offending behaviour, you will play a key role in improving resettlement outcomes and promoting long-term independence.

Perks and benefits

• Full Time: Enjoy the stability and security of a permanent full-time position.
• Annual Salary: Earn a competitive salary of £26,000.00 per annum, recognising your skills and contribution.
• Professional Development: Benefit from opportunities for ongoing learning, training, and career progression.
• Supportive Environment: Join a collaborative and dedicated team focused on achieving positive outcomes.
• Work-Life Balance: Work regular hours that support a healthy balance between professional and personal commitments.
• Meaningful Impact: Make a genuine difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals within your community.

What you will do

• Housing Assessments: Conduct comprehensive housing assessments to identify needs and risks.
• Support Planning: Develop personalised support plans aimed at preventing homelessness and promoting housing stability.
• Housing Advice: Deliver tailored one-to-one housing advice and interventions.
• Accommodation Sourcing: Engage with landlords, letting agents, and housing providers to secure suitable accommodation.
• Tenancy Support: Assist clients with tenancy preparation, budgeting, and maintaining successful tenancies.
• Multi-Agency Working: Work closely with probation practitioners, local authorities, and housing organisations.
• Referral Management: Signpost and refer individuals to specialist services including mental health, substance misuse, and employment support.
• Partnership Meetings: Attend multi-agency meetings to coordinate interventions and support plans.
• Safeguarding: Manage risks, uphold safeguarding responsibilities, and promote safe working practices.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Experience: Previous experience within housing support, homelessness services, criminal justice, or community-based support services is desirable.