Description:

Project Worker, Long Term Housing, Cork and Kerry 

Location: Cork and Kerry

Contract: Full- time, Permanent  

Starting Salary: €36,687 - €39,856.49 (Salary scale aligned to organisational scale)

Description: The purpose of this role is to work as a member of the Housing Support Services Team providing Housing support and management for customers accessing the organisation’s Housing Services in Cork and Kerry. 

What you will do:

• To work as a member of the support Team based in Cork and Kerry. 
• To work under the supervision and direction of the Project Leader.
• Ensure that rent and any other charges are paid by all residents, adhering to the the organisation’s Rent Policy at all times.
• To key work a number of the clients on the Housing Support Programme and ensure Tenancy and License Agreements are understood by the residents.
• Work on an individual basis with clients, addressing self-identified issues such as bereavement, addiction, relationships, self-awareness, esteem, and home-making, providing tailored support and guidance to promote personal growth and well-being.
• To liaison with other agencies involved and make referrals as appropriate.
• To provide Housing Management and Tenant Support for a number of Long Term Residents residing in a mixed community and to provide a floating model of housing management and support to projects off-site either owned or managed by the organisation.
• To liaise with outside Agencies to establish appropriate support to meet the identified needs of Residents to enable independent living.
• Adhere to the organisation’s policy in maintaining records and submit necessary written reports as required.
• To ensure that each resident's apartment is maintained to a reasonable standard and that the residents’ responsibility in reporting of repairs maintenance is carried out.
•  Collaborate and work seamlessly with other divisions within the organisation, ensuring effective communication and coordination regarding organizational procedures and policies in personnel, finance, administration, research, development, education, public awareness, and services.
• Collaborate and work seamlessly with other divisions within the agency, ensuring effective communication and coordination regarding organizational procedures and policies in personnel, finance, administration, research, development, education, public awareness, and services.
• To liaise with and inform the Project Leader regularly of issues arising from work with individuals living in the community.
• Initiate contact and establish connections, as appropriate, with local services and relevant community groups in various areas of the city and/or county.
• Collaborate with team members to create information packs for new tenants, encompassing services in the local areas, including our own offerings.
• Maintain detailed records on all aspects of the work, utilize the Database and MIP systems, and actively contribute to the review, evaluation, and development of services.
• Efficiently liaise with project staff and organization colleagues to optimize customer service delivery.
• Attend meetings, training sessions, contribute to policy development, and execute daily operational tasks essential for project and service delivery.
• Generate monthly reports for supervision and deliver informative talks to secondary school students within the hub's catchment area.
• Engage in lone work with individuals and families in the community, including homes and remote locations. Adhere to the Lone Working policy and guidance, incorporating local systems within the Project(s).
• Attend regular supervision sessions with the Project Leader and participate in training and development courses as agreed.
• Undertake additional duties as reasonably assigned from time to time in consultation with the Project Leader.
• To be vigilant to any Health, Safety and Welfare risks in the workplace and bring any concerns to the attention of your line manager or Health & Safety Representative.

What you will need:

• Third-level degree in Social Care or relevant field.
• Extensive experience in social care settings.
• Proficient in professional supervision.
• Teamwork experience.
• Skilled in group work, particularly facilitation.
• Proven key-working expertise.
• Background in housing or homelessness.
• Understanding of basic homelessness issues, with experience in advocacy and liaising with other agencies.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to cope with and manage lone working, including out-of-hours duties.
• Possession of a full driver’s license with access to a car.

For Further information please contact Stephen on 014825424 or by email to stephen.copeland@cplhealthcare.com