Homeless Prevention Employment Specialist
East Sussex County Council
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Lewes • United Kingdom
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Salary
💰 £30,084 - £32,067 per year
About the role
- Support residents who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness to secure and sustain paid employment
- Manage a caseload of participants and support them into sustained paid employment
- Work with housing teams, support services and community organisations to maximise referrals
- Build relationships with employers and broker job opportunities
- Support participants with in-work progression, benefits transitions and practical barriers
- Maintain accurate records and contribute to monitoring and reporting
Requirements
- Has a working knowledge of Employability & Skills
- Is confident working with vulnerable adults and complex needs
- Can communicate clearly and build positive relationships
- Is confident managing a varied caseload and competing priorities effectively
- Is comfortable using IT systems to record and analyse information
- Is able to travel across the County to support participants
Benefits
- Access to training and development opportunities
- Diverse range of benefits to help and support during employment
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
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Soft Skills
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