YMCA Trinity Group – Accommodation ‘Inspiring communities, transforming young lives’
Permanent Part Time Vacancy Accommodation Assistant Project Worker
Job reference AAPW-UASC-1124
Location YMCA Trinity- Ipswich, 2 Wellington Street, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP12NU
A ‘rewarding role’; working with and supporting young people as they progress on their journey through YMCA.
About us YMCA Trinity Group strives to create a fulfilling and enjoyable place to work; we know how staff & volunteers feel directly translates to the quality of service & care we give our clients, and we also recognise the crucial role each one of us plays in helping to fulfil our Mission.
Our Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASC) accommodation team working in Ipswich aims to help Asylum Seekers, between the ages of 16-21, integrate into the local community.
An exciting opportunity has arisen within our UASC Accommodation team as an Assistant Accommodation Project Worker. You will provide comprehensive support to young people in our accommodation setting.
This role is aimed at an entry level for a passionate person wanting to move into the supported housing field, learning to work with a variety of people from all walks of life who may be vulnerable and require some assistance and support to live independently.
If you are looking for a job that can make a significant difference in the lives of young people, this may be the position for you.
Key duties include
* Provide support and encourage residents to gain the skills and knowledge they will need to positively move forward with their lives after their time with us.
* This will include completing assessments, key working, and teaching life skills.
* Maintain high standards of support to create an environment that is homely, welcoming, and safe in which clients can engage and develop.
Skills and Experience In summary, the successful applicant will have the following qualities:
* Experience of working with young people with complex needs, although not necessarily in a housing context.
* Proven ability to use IT software including Microsoft Office and online databases.
* Ability to write reports, keep case notes and client records.
* Hold a full driving licence and have access to a car preferable but not essential criterion to fulfil the requirements of the role.
Days and hours 20 hours per week, this includes 2 alternative Saturdays each month 3:30pm-00:00am. The remainder of hours can be negotiated to suit the applicant.
Salary and Benefits Annual salary £11,897.60, additional benefits we offer include:
* 5 weeks holiday & public holiday allowance, plus a paid day off for your birthday (Pro rata).
* Competitive rates of pay and company pension (NEST Scheme).
* Your DBS Check Facilitated / Cost Paid as part of your onboarding.
* Supported induction, ongoing ‘on the job learning’, regular supervisions and internal progression opportunities.
* Commitment to work life balance.
Contact us If you would like to discuss the role, please contact Danielle Parodi our Deputy Accommodation Manager on Danielle.Parodi@ymcatrinity.org.uk
Closing date: Applications will be assessed as received; therefore, should we fill the role sooner than expected we reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy before the advertised closing date. Early application is strongly advised.
Additional Information Please note YMCA Trinity Group does not have a sponsored Licence to recruit non-UK workers and therefore all candidates are expected to be able to work in the UK.
YMCA Trinity Group welcomes job applications from all. Should you require a reasonable adjustment request to apply for a vacancy, please do not hesitate to contact us. Applications are assessed fairly against relevant Job Descriptions. Unless stated otherwise, we require all candidates to complete our online application form in full, to be formally considered for a role. CVs are not considered as an application, merely an expression of interest.
Thank you for your interest and we look forward to hearing from you soon!
Ensuring the safety and well-being of vulnerable individuals is paramount to our mission. As such, we are committed to upholding rigorous safeguarding practices in all aspects of our work. Join us in making a meaningful difference while adhering to the highest standards of care and protection for those we serve.
Visit ymcatrinitygroup.org.uk to view our current work and volunteering opportunities.
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