Floating Support Worker (E6096) - The Bridge Project

New Vision Bradford is a partnership between the Bridge Project, Project 6 and Waythrough. Under this umbrella, the partnership delivers an adult substance misuse service for the Bradford and Craven District, aiming to help people tackle the misuse of alcohol and drugs and reduce risk taking behaviours through dedicated prevention, intervention, and support. We work with individuals, families and communities to improve people’s lives in a sustainable way, recognising that solutions are often complex. 

We have an exciting opportunity to work as a Floating Support Worker within the Bridge Recovery Housing team. The role is on a fixed term contract until 31 March 2025, continuation is dependent on funding. This is a key role to support people with drug or alcohol problems by helping them to maintain their tenancy. You will be working in the community and visiting people in their own homes, so it is crucial that you have a driving licence and access to a vehicle in order to carry out this role. The people you will work with will be facing challenges and may be at risk of becoming homeless. It is therefore essential that you have experience of supporting people with vulnerabilities and/or challenging behaviour. At times people do present in a crisis situation, so it is important that the successful candidate has excellent communication and negotiating skills, is able to work calmly and effectively with people, have a positive outlook and is able to build productive relationships. 

We are looking for someone who can work independently, is highly organised and is able to manage their time effectively but who is also a team player. A good knowledge of housing management issues, safeguarding and welfare benefits and entitlements is essential.

This is a 37.5 hour post, Monday – Friday, however, there is an element of flexibility around working hours required by the postholder. A willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check is also a requirement of the post.

In return, as well as a rewarding career, we can offer a competitive salary, 4% pension contribution, generous annual leave entitlement, employee assistance scheme, life insurance, a monthly team wellbeing session and a programme of mindfulness activities for staff. The Bridge Project is a Mindful Employer.