Support Worker
Sunderland
Young People Service (16-21)
3-month contract
35 hours per week
£16.38 LTD / £13.96 PAYE (inc.holiday pay)
An exciting opportunity for a passionate and motivated individual to support young people aged 16-21 in their transition to independent living. The role involves empowering young people to engage with support services and achieve their goals while maintaining a safe and supportive environment.
THE ROLE
* Act as the key worker for a group of young people, coordinating their support package and ensuring their well-being.
* Provide a welcoming and supportive environment for young people moving into accommodation, explaining house rules and tenancy agreements.
* Develop and implement SMART action plans to help young people achieve their independence.
* Support young people with budgeting, benefits claims, cooking, and maintaining a balanced lifestyle.
* Liaise with external agencies and professionals to provide holistic support to young people.
* Address issues such as challenging behavior using de-escalation techniques and promote positive behavior.
* Manage housing and property-related tasks, ensuring the accommodation meets standards and is ready for re-let when necessary.
THE CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate will have experience in supporting young people, particularly in a housing or social care environment. We are looking for someone who is passionate about empowering vulnerable individuals to make positive changes in their lives.
* Previous experience working with young people aged 16-21, ideally in a housing or support role.
* Ability to work independently and manage a caseload of young people.
* Experience with tenancy management, benefits claims, and independent living skills development.
* Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport and engage hard-to-reach individuals.
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
THE CONTRACT
* 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm
* 3-month contract with potential extension
* Pay rate: £16.38 per hour LTD, or £13.96 per hour PAYE (inclusive of holiday pay)
HOW TO APPLY
To apply for this role, please email a copy of your CV to lee.mcmillan@servicecare.org.uk or call 01772 208966 to discuss the role in more detail! If the role is more suited to someone you know, we offer a £250 referral bonus for every successfully referred candidate!
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