Domestic Abuse Support Worker
Support Worker Locations: Covering Launceston, Bodmin & Liskeard
Salary: £15.34 per hour + Holiday pay = £17.19 Hours: 37 hours per week Contract: Temporary – 2 months Working hours: Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm, with approximately one weekend in six Start: ASAP
We are looking for an experienced Support Worker to join a supported housing service working with people fleeing domestic abuse who may have complex support needs. This is a community-based role , visiting supported living properties across Launceston, Bodmin and Liskeard. You will manage an allocated caseload , plan your own diary and provide person-centred support to help residents access services, maintain their accommodation and move towards greater independence.
Key responsibilities
- Manage an allocated caseload and plan your own diary.
- Visit residents across supported housing properties.
- Complete risk assessments and regularly review support needs .
- Develop and review individual support plans .
- Provide tenancy sustainment and housing-related support.
- Support residents with move-on planning and preparation for independent living.
- Provide practical and emotional support.
- Support residents to access relevant community services.
- Complete welfare checks and respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns.
- Maintain accurate case notes, records and support documentation .
- Work collaboratively with other professionals and external agencies.
- Occasional home working for administration and case management.
About you
You will ideally have experience in supported housing, homelessness, domestic abuse, community work, mental health or social care . You must have:
- Previous Support Worker experience.
- A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle .
- The ability to work independently and manage your own caseload.
- A Full Enhanced DBS covering Adults and Children.
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference to people who have experienced domestic abuse and are working towards a safer and more independent future. Please apply with your most up-to-date CV or call Cali Webb on for more information on this vacancy.