Housing Support Volunteer - HOPs

About the role

Bradford No Second Night Out project provides support to new and entrenched rough sleepers. The scheme offers a range of accommodation, outreach, assessment and advice as well as coordinating the delivery of the Cold Weather provision for rough sleepers in Bradford. The Homeless Outreach Programme (HOPs) supports rough sleepers in Bradford into appropriate accommodation and offers wrap around support Tasks may include: Specialising in delivery of outreach services for adults who are currently sleeping rough, or at risk of doing so. Support clients with obtaining suitable accommodation and support tenancy sustainment. Undertake outreach sessions, including referral agencies and other stakeholders to publicise the service. Receive referrals and give signposting advice. To attend any relevant multi-agency meetings as required. To share any concerns about residents with a staff member To respect peoples' differences To work within agreed professional boundaries at all times and in line with Waythrough policies and procedures Skills we would like you to bring to the role: Good IT skills Good written communication skills Attention to detail Ability to keep a track of multiple tasks and report back on progress Non-judgmental towards people with lived experience Confident to contact people by email / phone Good time keeping Able to work as part of a team, on own initiative and to instruction An understanding of Waythrough - information is available on our website A genuine interest in being part of the mission and vision of Waythrough #Ability to maintain professional boundaries, adhere to Waythrough policies and media guidelines, engage in supervision, and complete relevant training