Project Worker - Young People's Housing Support ServicesLocation: BrentwoodHours: 37.5 hours per week (Monday-Sunday, rota basis: early (8 AM-4 PM), mid (10 AM-7 PM), late (2:30 PM-10:30 PM))Duration: Temporary, approx. 3 monthsPay Rate: £13.50 per hour + holiday pay or £17 via an umbrella companyWe are seeking a dedicated Project Worker to join our team supporting young people within Brentwood. Our services focus on promoting independence and helping young people prepare for their transition into independent accommodation.
Role Responsibilities
As a Project Worker, you will:
1. Manage a caseload of 10-12 young people, conducting key working sessions to create SMART Support Plans.
2. Complete thorough needs assessments, risk assessments, and management plans.
3. Organise, attend, and contribute to multi-agency meetings.
4. Assess referrals to ensure suitability and criteria are met.
5. Assist young people in finding appropriate move-on accommodation, including private rental, shared housing, or self-contained units.
6. Facilitate mediation with families or other professionals to help young people return home when appropriate.
7. Work collaboratively with internal teams and external agencies to address housing, mental health, and other support needs.
8. Help young people maximise benefit e...