Emmaus offers something unique supporting 27 homeless people in our community, operating social enterprises and also giving back to our local, national and international communities. The Community Manager will be responsible for the provision of support to companions, who need help both emotionally and practically, so they can live, volunteer and learn in the community, develop life skills and realise their full potential to move on when they are ready and assist in the business operations when required.
You will be joining a friendly and enthusiastic team who are passionate about what they do. Emmaus is a homelessness charity with a difference.
For many people who have experienced homelessness, losing their self-esteem can be the most damaging part of their experience. Being on your own, with no support around you can be soul destroying, leaving you feeling worthless. Emmaus is different because it provides a home for as long as someone needs it, in an Emmaus community. This gives people the opportunity to take stock of their lives, deal with any issues they might have, and often re-establish relationships with loved ones.
There are currently companions living at 31 Emmaus communities across the UK. Rather than relying on benefits, Emmaus uses social enterprise to generate revenue that pays for companions' home, food, training and upkeep, as well as providing a small weekly allowance.
This is key to restoring feelings of self-worth, showing Companions that their actions make a real difference, both to their own life, and the lives of others. The Support Manager is responsible for the operation of all activities relating to the welfare, care, development, and discipline of companions in the community in a manner which embodies the Emmaus ethos, SSSC Codes of Practice, Care Inspectorate Standards objectives and policies.
