First Housing Aid & Support Services

Phone Number: 07759446413
Email: sineadmcfadden@first-housing.com
Web: www.first-housing.com

Job description

We are recruiting for a Mental Health Resettlement Officer in the Derry/Londonderry area.

Responsibilities

• You will implement a resettlement service to homeless individuals who are or have been experiencing housing difficulties and related issues, particularly those with mental health issues within the Western Health & Social Care Trust area.
• A full job description is available on the employer's website.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Minimum of three GCSEs at grade C or above (or equivalent) including English Language.
• NVQ Level III (or equivalent) in Health & Social Care Or relevant equivalent qualification in Social Work, Community Work, Housing Care or Community Mental Health.
• Minimum of 2 years recent experience providing support to vulnerable individuals within a community, voluntary or statutory sector who have or are experiencing mental health problems.
• A valid driving licence and access to a car. (if disability prohibits driving, the applicant must be able to organise suitable alternative arrangements).
• IT skills.

Further Information

To be eligible for this position you must complete an Access NI Enhanced Disclosure. Having a criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position. A copy of the Access NI Code of Practice will be made available to all applicants upon request. Copies of First Housing Aid & Support Service policies on Recruitment of Ex-Offenders & Access NI Disclosure Handling Policy are also available on demand. This post is subject to compulsory registration with the Northern Ireland Social Care Council. (NISCC) We are an Equal Opportunities Employer