Outreach Worker

Locum Opportunity: Outreach Worker in Northampton, UK, £23 Hourly – 3 months with a view to extend

Leap into the heart of Northampton with this exciting chance to make a difference as a Locum Outreach Worker. Working full time, you’ll be at the forefront of engaging with and supporting individuals who experience street-based living. The contract spans 3 months, with the enticing possibility of extension, allowing you to dive deep into meaningful work and create sustainable change.

Perks and benefits:

This is a fantastic locum job, offering flexibility and the opportunity to gain diverse experiences in different environments. Enjoy the ability to focus on your professional growth and well-being with no long‑term commitment. Additionally, you will benefit from the vibrant and supportive team in Northampton, discovering new perspectives and developing unique skills that only hands‑on outreach may provide. Not to mention, enjoy the satisfaction that comes from making a tangible difference in people’s lives while earning a competitive hourly pay.

What you will do:

- Engage with individuals experiencing street‑based living, including rough sleepers and beggars, connecting them with the right services and housing options

- Empower service users to achieve sustainable change through personalised and coordinated support

- Focus on building individuals’ strengths and social networks, both locally and in their home communities

- Deliver flexible, assertive, and creative interventions to engage hard‑to‑reach individuals and help reduce homelessness

- Street outreach shifts at varying times and locations to identify and engage rough sleepers

- Provide assertive outreach to support entrenched rough sleepers, including those initially resistant to engagement

- Collaborate with housing, healthcare, and social care services to develop holistic, person‑centred plans

- Assist individuals being discharged from hospital, ensuring rapid access to safe and appropriate accommodation

- Maintain accurate records, report progress, and contribute to multi‑agency meetings and local homelessness initiatives

If you have experience in a substance misuse service and are eager to step into a pivotal role, this opportunity could be ideal for you. Based in Northampton, this role not only offers you the chance to elevate your career but also immerse yourself in a lively community brimming with opportunities.

Northampton is a wonderful place to live and work, boasting a quaint charm and rich history, with a great sense of community and easy access to both urban and rural delights. Join us here, and become part of something truly impactful.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel:

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