Scheme Manager
4 weeks ago
Scheme Manager - Open Door (St Albans)
Changing the Lives of Homeless People:
When you hear the word homeless, what do you see?
Desperation, psychological issues, no fixed abode, begging, stereotypes, sleeping in the same clothes, loneliness, health issues, looking for safety, someone who has struggled in life with addiction
What does home mean for you?
Security, personal space, Somewhere you can make your own choices, Being part of society, Being happy, Sanctuary, Comfort, Allows you to feel safe, A place to reset and live your life, Somewhere to welcome family and reconnect, Somewhere to create memories.
We asked some of the homeless people we support the above questions and these were some of their answers.
Do you want to be a part of their journey and help them find a solution to the problems that they face?
If you think you could support someone who is homeless to achieve a more settled life then you could be the right person for this role Open Door are an established, well respected homeless night shelter in St Albans and were Housing Heroes finalist in 2019
Scheme Manager - Open Door
Open Door is a night shelter providing emergency accommodation for up to 12 single homeless people in St. Albans each night.
The Open Door staff team offer a trauma-informed, safe environment that is person-centred and supports those who come through our doors to get access to the help they need. This could include support to find move-on accommodation, claim benefits, counselling or signposting to specialist agencies for support with things like drug and alcohol addictions.
We`re currently seeking to recruit to the role of Scheme Manager with the right values and behaviours who is able to encourage and nurture a positive workplace culture based on respect and dignity for those experiencing homelessness who are in need of support.
Who we are looking for
We`re keen to recruit someone who can help us ensure our workplace values are at the heart of everything we do. Our values are:
service users first
Treating people with respect, promoting independence and choice
Developing passionate and committed teams
Being cost effective without compromising standards or safety
About the role
As a Scheme Manager, you`ll lead a team and be responsible for overseeing support, advice and assistance to people who are/have been living on the streets so they are able to access and maintain a safe and secure home of their own.
We`re looking for someone who has:
knowledge of relevant legislation in relation to homelessness, housing and the equalities act
an in depth understanding of the multiple and complex needs experienced by homeless people
previous experience of working in services for people experiencing homelessness
previous experience of managing others
previous supervisory experience
The post holder may be required to manage additional schemes attached to the open door service
The Benefits
In return for your hard work and commitment, we offer a considerable benefits package which includes:
Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service
£32,391 pa for a 37.5 hour a week contract
Regular support from your line manager and colleagues
Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance
Monthly attendance bonus on top of your basic salary
Annual salary and cost of living review
Commitment to health and wellbeing with the Five Ways to Wellbeing
Ongoing professional development and support to deliver outstanding support
Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary
Refer-a-friend scheme: Earn a £130 bonus for each friend you refer to work for us
Friendly and supportive team environment
Employee assistance helpline
Mileage paid for car usage
Closing Date: Sunday 10th November 2024
Please note that we will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates on an ongoing basis and therefore we may close the vacancy early. Interested applicants are therefore encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure they are considered.
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