Job Description
The Project Manager Specialist will be part of a team ensuring that services operate effectively and consistently to best practice standards.
Main Responsibilities:
* Ensure weekly rent collections are completed and documented accurately.
* Be part of the on-call rota on a regular basis.
* Support with admissions and discharges.
* Liaise with agencies for admission and discharge times.
* Support staff with external agency engagement.
* Attend meetings when management is unavailable.
* Issue warnings as agreed by management.
* Support withdrawal of services as agreed.
* Support implementation of paperwork policy procedure.
* Support management with interviewing for vacancies.
* Manage students on placement within service.
* Support staff throughout shifts.
* Act as a key worker to individuals, conducting assessments and developing support plans to identify move-on options.
Qualifications & Experience:
* A level 7 Social Care degree or equivalent qualification.
* 2 years' experience in a similar role within a social care setting.
* Children First Training certification.
* Understanding of homelessness, private rented sector, Approved Housing Bodies, and Local Authority options.
* Experience supporting homeless individuals with addiction, mental health needs, and substance misuse needs.
* Knowledge of specialist services addressing these needs.
* Strong advocacy skills supporting Individuals accessing services.
Benefits:
This role offers a chance to work in a dynamic team environment and contribute to providing effective services. The ideal candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills, ability to manage challenging behaviour, and remain calm under pressure.
Requirements:
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to motivate and inspire others.
* Teamwork and flexibility.
* Computer literacy with knowledge of Word, Excel, Email, and database systems.