Routes to Roots, a charity founded on Christian principles who support rough sleepers, vulnerably housed individuals and newly housed adults in Poole regardless of their faith, currently has an exciting opportunity for a Project Worker to join their small and busy team, working from Monday to Friday, from 10am to 3pm each day.

From our purpose designed building, The Genesis Centre, we provide a friendly, welcoming space that offers food, warmth and a sense of community, as well as access to support groups and providers in housing, health and wellbeing.

The charity takes pride in providing a secure, safe and comfortable environment for some the most vulnerable people in our community

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Project Worker to join our team. As the Project Worker at The Genesis Day Centre, you will play a vital role in providing support and assistance to individuals who are homeless and vulnerably housed.

You will contribute to the daily activities, such as serving food and drinks, as well as the successful implementation of our support groups and programmes. Working with a small team of staff and volunteers, you will help address the immediate needs of homeless individuals, while promoting long-term solutions and empowerment.

Responsibilities

• Offer emotional support, guidance, and advocacy to help meet the immediate needs of individuals attending The Genesis Centre, as well as assisting them with navigating through their homelessness journey.
• Empower individuals through direct 1-1 support as well as groups, providing guidance and life skills.
• Contribute to the daily delivery of the Genesis Centre offer including organising, preparing and serving meals and providing access to provisions including washing and laundry facilities.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records, including progress notes, incidents and attendance records, whilst ensuring compliance with data protection and confidentiality policies.
• Work with multiple agencies based both at the Genesis Centre and externally to ensure effective collaborative working.
• Identify and coordinate appropriate group sessions that provide support and encourage the growth of networks and peer support.
• Provide cover for the running of the Genesis Centre in the absence of management, including the opening and closing of the building.

Experience

• Previous experience in a similar role within a charity or with working with vulnerable people is desirable.
• Experience of planning events and programmes.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to build positive relationships, with colleagues, service users and other contacts, using excellent listening skills, empathy and sensitivity as required
• Team player spirit and can-do attitude
• Problem solving and planning skills
• Computer skills, including Word, Excel and Outlook
• Motivated and pro-active
• Excellent organisation and time management skills
• Ability to multi-task and work under pressure

Job Type: Part-time, working Monday to Friday from 10am to 3pm each, a total of 25 hours per week.

Salary: £19,500 per annum, equivalent to £15 per hour

Work Location: In person at the Centre in Poole