About us
Changing Lives is a nationwide charity helping people facing the most challenging of circumstances to make positive change - for good. We believe that everyone deserves a safe home, a rewarding job and a life free from addiction or abuse. We know that given the right support, anyone can change their life for the better.
Our services across the country help thousands of people each year who are experiencing a wide range of complicated challenges, including homelessness, drug and alcohol addiction, unemployment, involvement with the criminal justice system, sexual exploitation and domestic abuse. By focusing on their strengths, potential and opportunities, we support the people we work with to overcome their problems and live safe, successful, independent lives.
Our charity is powered by over 600 passionate colleagues who bring a diverse and inclusive environment for our colleagues to grow. We are proud to say that many have actual lived experience of the challenges faced by those we support. We are looking for committed and compassionate professionals to join our team, who share our enthusiasm for changing lives.
About the Service - Housing & Homelessness Services
A safe home is the solid base from which you build your life. We support people who are experiencing homelessness, or at risk of becoming homeless, as well as providing specialist accommodation and outreach services for rough sleepers, veterans, survivors of domestic abuse, women and young people.
Accommodation to us doesn’t just mean a roof over your head and shelter from the elements. It needs to be a welcoming and flourishing environment, offering opportunities for all those we support to feel comfortable and develop. You can make a difference and support people on their journey towards a brighter future. At Changing Lives, we offer a home rather than just a shelter.
About the Job
We are looking for a passionate and enthusiastic worker who will arrange and coordinate a wide range of activities with the people residing in our service, supporting external agencies to meet with the people in our service and providing support alongside our support workers. It is a vital part of our service to create opportunities for the people accessing our service to explore their strengths and talents, reconnecting them with their hobbies and interests to support them in becoming independent and creating a positive atmosphere for change.
Participating in meaningful activities can help to build confidence, develop life skills, improve emotional wellbeing, and create positive routines and structure. Activities also provide opportunities for social inclusion, helping individuals to form healthy relationships, reduce feelings of loneliness, and increase their sense of belonging within the community.
You will be expected to work across two projects within County Durham, Auckland House in Chester-Le-Street and Teesdale House in Bishop Auckland, so a valid driving licence is preferable. Due to the nature of this job role, we are seeking a female applicant to work within the supported accommodations.
