Independent Living Officer (Casual)

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Job description

The RoleWe've got an exciting opportunity for an Independent Living Officer role to join our team based at Coventry Foyer. This is a casual position working to a rota, that would suit an individual who is able to work flexibly - shift lengths vary but are between the hours of 8am and 8pm, Monday to Friday.You'll work as part of a friendly and highly professional team with the responsibility for providing the very best housing-related support to a significant number of young people aged 18-25, from diverse backgrounds including those with refugee status, who are facing homelessness.You'll support our customers by working with them to develop the skills they'll need to successfully maintain independent living, sustain a tenancy effectively and make sound decisions in relation to education and employment. You'll develop and put in place independent living plans for our customers, supporting them to engage in meaningful activities and equipping them with necessary skills to take forward into independent living.This is a great opportunity to be part of a highly valued team, making a real difference to the lives of young people. As a leading housing organisation we also offer a range of growth opportunities to develop your skill set, including professional coaching and a recognised industry qualification.Our ideal candidate? It goes without saying that you'll be a people person with the passion, drive and enthusiasm for delivering quality services to vulnerable people. You'll have knowledge of the welfare benefits system and issues relating to homelessness, with demonstrable experience of providing housing related support to customers with achieving effective outcomes. You'll be able to work with others in a fair and assertive manner, using your excellent communication skills, with a solution focussed outlook.Who are Midland Heart? We're a large and ambitious housing organisation providing more people an affordable place to call home. We welcome people from every walk of life, at every stage of their career. We expect a lot from our people but in return, you can be assured of a great place to work, where you'll be well rewarded and where great people are able to succeed. Whether you want to build your career with us, or use your experience to move on, we're here to develop your potential.Interested? Click on "Candidate Information" below for a full Role Profile. Applying is easy - simply register on our candidate portal uploading a CV and Covering Letter, which show us that you have what it takes to make a success of the role.Please be advised that suitable candidates will be invited to an assessment shortly after applying and we reserve the right to cease recruitment activity prior to the adverted closing date, should an appointment be made.Applications close at midnight on Sunday 12th December 2021.We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. Please feel free to contact us if you would like to discuss any adjustments you might need in order to be successful in this role.