Scheme Manager

Scheme Manager (Independent Living) - Temp role

We're looking to recruit a Scheme Manager in Chester to support our Social Housing client on an ongoing, temporary basis, working 35 hours per week based at one of their Independent Living Schemes (55+) with hourly rates up to £16.50ph.
Your new role

• Supporting residents to remain living independently as possible, encouraging involvement in scheme and community activities
• Morning calls to vulnerable residents on scheme
• Assist with lettings, viewings and inductions - ensuring residents know how to operate communal facilities
• Reviewing and updating risk assessments/support plan
• Completing referrals for aids and adaptation
• Offer low level advice and guidance in relation to arrears, housing benefit and mental health - signposting to external agencies where appropriate
• Complete routine health & safety checks and scheme inspections, including fire alarm/door testing and legionella
• Assisting with reporting repairs and liaising with maintenance/contractor teams to follow up on completed work
• Responding to enquiries from customers, family members or stakeholders

What you'll need to succeed

• Minimum 12 months experience of working in housing with older or vulnerable people
• Experience of completing assessments, developing support plans and managing a caseload
• Knowledge and understanding of the welfare/housing benefit system
• Knowledge and experience of safeguarding practices & procedure
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Confident lone worker and the ability to work on your own initiative

What you'll get in return

• Weekly pay
  
• Hourly rates up to £16.50ph
  
• Option to be paid via PAYE or Umbrella
  

What you need to do now


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
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Location: Chester, GB

Posted Date: 10/23/2024