Job Description
Post Title: Youth Support Worker
Hours of Work: Full-Time
Monday to Friday: 10.00 am to 6.00 pm (30-minute break)
Remuneration:
Full-Time
* £22.425 - £24.375 Per Annum (Dependent on experience and qualifications)
* Use of Pool/Company Insured Vehicle during work hours.
* Company Mobile & Laptop
* Pension Scheme
* Further training given after 12-months of service
Nature of the Role:
* Support young people leaving care to develop their skills, confidence and self-esteem.
* Deliver an effective and flexible service for the young people in partnership with local authorities and relevant agencies.
* Ensure the young person is prepared for independent living when turning 18.
* You will be managing a case load of at least 15-20 young people across various locations and will conduct visits and support the young person with their needs.
Qualifications
Essential Qualifications/Skills Required
* Candidate MUST have NVQ (QCF) LEVEL 3 or above in Social and Health Care.
* MUST have 12 months experience of working with vulnerable young people.
* MUST have a Full, clean UK driving license. Must have been driving for two years and must be able to drive a manual car.
* UP-TO-DATE DBS preferred. Company will apply for right candidate
* Computer literate – Outlook, Word and Excel
* Excellent organisational, communication and report writing skills
* The ability to work independently and in a team
* Good time management skills
* Flexibility with attitude and shift patterns
* Confident and competent in supporting clients with challenging behaviour
* Empathetic individual, who will relate to our service users
* Someone who can absorb and process information effectively
* Can conduct a schedule of visits across a range of geographical locations with a case load of at least 15 young people.
* Manage their own time and case load effectively
* Interact with and engage our young people.
Additional Information
How to Apply
Go to website: www.eclipseproperties.org/eclipse-careers and complete a job application on the website.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. Applicants should be aware that the post will only be offered to successful candidates subject to an Enhanced DBS check as well as other employment clearances.
All skills listed in this job description will be assessed by the application form and interview.
Candidate maybe called in for a second interview if interviewing manager thinks this is necessary.
This job description indicates the main duties and responsibilities of the post and it is not intended as an exhaustive list.