Specialist Support Worker for Women

2 weeks ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom SHP Full time

About the Role

As a Specialist Support Worker, you'll play a vital role in our Camden Women's Recovery Service hostel. You'll provide specialized interventions to a designated caseload of residents and contribute to the wider client group through our in-house recovery program.

Your primary focus will be on providing intensive support to residents, addressing their diverse needs. This specialist role is designed for individuals who excel at working with those facing complex challenges. You'll embody best practices by adopting a trauma-informed approach and fostering a supportive environment.

We champion co-production, empowering residents to be active participants in shaping the services they receive. Your role will involve promoting autonomy, building individual confidence, and enhancing interpersonal skills within our community.

About You

  • You possess proven experience working with female rough sleepers or individuals grappling with complex mental health, physical health, or substance use challenges.
  • You understand person-centered approaches and collaborative practices within a harm minimization and recovery framework.
  • Your flexible, innovative, and creative mindset allows you to effectively engage with a sometimes challenging client group.

About SHP

Single Homeless Project (SHP) is a London-wide charity dedicated to preventing homelessness and providing support and accommodation for single Londoners. We strive to empower individuals, enhance their well-being, and create opportunities for them to thrive.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

  • A competitive salary with an increase after successful completion of the probationary period
  • A 37.5-hour workweek with flexible working hours (core hours are 10 am – 4 pm) in non-accommodation services
  • 25 days annual leave, increasing annually to a maximum of 30 days (plus paid Bank Holidays)
  • A contributory pension scheme: SHP will contribute the equivalent of 5% of your annual salary
  • Staff Health Cash Plan and discounts scheme
  • Comprehensive training programs designed to develop your skills and knowledge in our field of work

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