Outreach Worker

Outreach Worker

locations

Likewise - Portland House

time type

Full time

posted on

Posted Yesterday

job requisition id

JR012496

Outreach Worker - Likewise Sheffield

Location: Portland House, 243 Shalesmoor, Moorfields, Sheffield S3 8UGWorking Hours: 37 hours per week Monday to FridayContract Type: PermanentSalary: £25,877.80 - £34,240.03 per annum

About Waythrough 

Make a real difference in your community 

About the role:

We have an exciting opportunity to join our HALT Team (Home at Last), supporting adults who are rough sleeping to access treatment and accommodation across the city.

This role is part of a multi-agency approach, working closely with housing providers, homelessness services, and other professionals to deliver coordinated support.

You will be engaging with individuals in the city centre and across wider areas, offering outreach-based interventions to support people experiencing multiple disadvantage.

The position involves proactive engagement with individuals who may be facing complex challenges, including homelessness, substance use, and other vulnerabilities.

You will work to build trust, provide practical support, and help individuals move towards stable accommodation and access to appropriate treatment services.

As directed by the Project Manager and Lead Practitioner, you will:

• Deliver outreach interventions to individuals rough sleeping or at risk of homelessness

• Support individuals to access accommodation, treatment, and wider support services

• Work collaboratively with housing providers, homelessness teams, and partner agencies

• Promote harm reduction and public health approaches where appropriate

• Contribute to reducing the impact of multiple disadvantage and improving outcomes for service users

Please note, this role includes some weekend work and occasional evening shifts.

About you:

• Proven experience of engaging effectively with people with complex needs

• An understanding of the challenges faced by individuals experiencing homelessness and/or substance use

• Experience completing service user assessments, including risk assessments

• Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-agency environment

• Good IT skills

• A full driving licence and access to a vehicle

About us:

We are committed to fair chances for all and ensuring everyone can access the help and support they need to realise their potential. By joining our team of passionate individuals, you will play a key role in making this happen.

What We Offer

• 27 days’ annual leave, rising to 32 after 1 year (plus bank holidays)

• Pension scheme with 4.5% employer contribution, matched up to 6.5%

• Life assurance (3× annual salary)

• Enhanced sick pay and family-friendly pay

• Birthday leave and the option to buy up to 5 extra days’ annual leave

• Professional fee reimbursement for relevant qualifications

• 24/7 online GP access and Employee Assistance Programme

• Recognition and long service awards via our

  Way to GoandAspirationsportals

• £500

  Recommend a Friendbonus

• Cycle to Work scheme and Credit Union membership

• Discounts via Blue Light Card, Charity Discounts, Extras and Tickets for Good

• Free will writing service and wellbeing initiatives throughout the year

Inclusion and accessibility 

If you need adjustments or support to apply, please email our recruitment team: recruitmentteam@waythrough.org.uk 

Closing Date: