Job Purpose:
The successful candidate will work on a daily basis with individuals and families in their own homes with varying levels of need, many of whom have experienced homelessness. He/she will manage a caseload in a busy project, key work individuals, carry out assessments and care plans, collect and manage rent, compile & submit regular reports, attend meetings and regularly liaise with other agencies/authorities on behalf of the service users.

Key Responsibilities:
To have regard for the objectives and ethos of Sophia Housing Association.
To work as a member of the Support Team under the supervision of the Project Manager.
To attend Team meetings and to participate in training as required.
To participate in the assessment and interview process for referrals to the service.
To work in a holistic way with tenants appropriate to their housing management and personal needs.
To provide practical home support to tenants when required.
To provide resettlement preparation as required.
To plan for and assist tenants as appropriate with their move on from the Projects.
To liaise and work effectively with relevant personnel in Sophia Housing, and other relevant agencies; e.g. Local Authority, Health Board etc.
To set up and maintain appropriate records of the work with Tenants and the work of the Project.
To ensure Tenancy Agreement is understood by Tenants and to attend Tenancy Meetings when required.
To co-operate as appropriate with research and evaluation of the service.
To implement Policy and Procedures within the service.
To participate in responding to emergencies within the Projects as required.
To share administrative duties within the Team; e.g. Rent Collection, Petty Cash, etc.
To promote Tenant involvement in the development of the Projects.
To check on the maintenance of the apartments within the Projects.
To be vigilant to any Health, Safety and Welfare risks in the workplace and bring any concerns to the attention of your line manager.
To undertake other work that may be assigned to you from time to time.

Person Specification:
A degree in Social Care/Social Science/Applied Social Studies or related discipline i.e. addiction, social work, psychology
A minimum of two years’ experience working with a similar client group
An understanding of the issues affecting people who are homeless
Knowledge around child protection issues, mental health issues and addiction
The ability to work on own initiative
Proficient IT Skills and knowledge of PASS database
Excellent interpersonal communication skills both verbal and written are essential.
To have excellent report writing and record keeping skills
Full, clean drivers licence and use of own car

Application Process:
Please forward a Cover Letter and CV to Recruitment@sophia.ie
The closing date for receipt of applications is Monday, 2nd November 2020