Change Team Keyworker (Female)

Join Our Team as a Change Team Keyworker! 

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of women experiencing multiple and complex needs? Do you thrive in a dynamic and supportive environment? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! 

Location: Bridgwater, Somerset 

Salary: £27,000 per annum 

Hours: Full time and part time hours available 

Pension: Auto Enrolment Pension with a 6% employer contribution 

About Us: 

At Somerset Women’s Centre, we are dedicated to providing a range of interventions and support to women facing challenges such as homelessness, substance misuse, mental and physical illness, extreme poverty and violence and abuse. Our goal is to raise self-esteem, self-efficacy and enhance social and recovery capital through both one-to-one practical and emotional support and group interventions. 

What You'll Do: 

• Collaborate with referring organisations including Voluntary, Statutory and Criminal Justice agencies. 
• Undertake comprehensive assessments of client needs, including health, psychological and social needs, and assess risk. 
• Develop, implement, and review gender-responsive support plans based on individual needs. 
• Provide practical and emotional support to clients. 
• Case manage and keywork assigned clients. 
• Build close working relationships with other statutory and voluntary sector partners. 
• Attend multi-agency meetings and act as an advocate for clients. 
• Facilitate group interventions and contribute to the development of services. 

What We're Looking For: 

• At least 2 years’ experience working with women with multiple complex needs. 
• Experience in developing partnerships with local organisations. 
• Ability to engage with women who may find it difficult to engage with services. 
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. 
• Commitment to extending professional competence and reflecting on practice. 
• Good computer literacy and administrative skills. 
• Car driver with a current licence and willingness to travel to different locations. 

Why Join Us? 

• Be part of a supportive and dedicated team. 
• Make a real impact in the lives of vulnerable women. 
• Opportunities for professional development and training. 
• A warm and inviting work environment. 

Apply Now! 

Applications will be considered as they are received and the advert may close early if suitable candidates are identified.

If you are ready to take on this rewarding challenge and make a difference, apply today to join our team at the Somerset Women’s Centre. Together, we can create positive change and support women in need. 

Due to the nature of the work carried out in our Women’s Centres this role is restricted to female applicants only in accordance with the provisions of the occupational requirement (Equality Act 2010, pursuant to Schedule 9, Part 1). 

We have opportunities for individuals who are passionate about supporting and empowering women in a holistic, women centred, trauma informed way.The Nelson Trust is committed to safeguarding, the successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced Children & Adults DBS check 

We have become known for the quality of our work and ability to provide bespoke care and support services.  While we are proud of our achievements so far, we are ambitious and want to continue to grow and diversify our workforce. 

We recognise that employees from different backgrounds bring unique knowledge, perspectives and experiences and we are committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce and welcome applications from individuals across all sectors of society. 

This is an opportunity for new, challenging and highly rewarding experiences. Our staff make a real difference to people’s lives and in return for your commitment and enthusiasm, we offer a comprehensive training and development programme a generous pension scheme and a positive working environment.