Complex Needs Support worker - Brent DA

Complex Needs Support worker We areHestia. We make a difference. At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is toempower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for aComplex Needs Support Worker to play a pivotal role in ourDomestic Abuse Service inBrent. Sounds great, what will I be doing? We are looking for passionate individuals to provide intensive casework, support, and day-to-day guidance for women in our services. Youll play a vital role in delivering safety advice and information, including around domestic abuse and independent living, while co-producing personalised Support and Safety Plans that build on each womans strengths and goals. Your work will include liaising with statutory bodies such as Social Services to ensure safeguarding responsibilities are met, supporting housing needs and move-on accommodation, and facilitating empowering social activities and workshops that promote confidence, self-esteem, and assertiveness. At the heart of this role is The Hestia Approach a commitment to co-production and recovery. Youll work in true partnership with service users, helping them shape the support they receive, whether through peer networks, community groups, or local events. What do I need to bring with me? Youll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You dont have to tickall the boxes right away; the important thing is that youre willing to learn. We also value livedexperience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application. Heres what the team will be looking for Applicants should have experience supporting individuals with diverse and complex needs, including mental health issues and substance misuse. This includes delivering high-quality floating or outreach support, developing support plans, conducting risk assessments, and liaising with external professionals. Knowledge of safeguarding, welfare benefits, housing legislation, and the ability to accurately record casework using computer systems is essential. The role also requires the ability to work independently in the community and travel throughout the borough. Please note: This role is open to female applicants only, in accordance with Schedule 9 (1a) of the Equality Act 2010. Interview Steps We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect * Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do! * Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based Dont be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, its all part of the plan for some of our roles. Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation. We are a disability confident employer Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us. Safeguarding Statement Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia. Important Information for Candidates If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed. We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered. Work Pattern: PT Flexi (Part Time Flexi hours Monday Friday, Bank holidays inclusive in holiday allowance) Part-time, PermanentFull Time Equivalent Salary: 28,373.74