Service Coordinator
£23,985 - £12.30 per hour
Temporary leading to Permanent Opportunity
Enhanced DBS with Child & Adult Barred Check Required
Leicester
The Role:
A fulfilling and exciting opportunity available for a Housing Support Youth Worker
A fulfilling and exciting opportunity available for a housing support youth worker in a young person’s service in Leicestershire
The young people in the service may have left foster care, care homes, experienced family breakdowns, or may be seeking asylum
The young people require a robust support network around them to empower them to gain independence
You will be a vital member of the team, guiding these young people to gain the confidence and necessary skills to move on to independent accommodation
Develop and deliver a nurturing person-centred support to suit the needs of everyone accessing the service
You will help them to gain skills such as budgeting, maintaining their accommodation, and cooking
Guiding young people to make safe choices, to look after their mental and physical health
Engage young people in education and encourage them to fulfil their potential
The support should assist young people in developing the skills required to overcome barriers and learn skills towards independence
You must be empathetic, knowledgeable and professional in understanding the specific needs of young people transitioning into adulthood
You will be expected to contribute to the maintenance and development of the Association’s values, culture and ethos
Skills and Attributes required:
Must be empathetic, with a passion to offering support and guidance
Knowledgeable and professional in understanding the specific needs of adolescents transitioning into adulthood
Ensure your relationships with colleagues and external agencies are effective and professional and contribute to the Association’s values, culture and ethos
Direct experience working within a young person’s service is preferrable but not essential
Ability to build trust with the young individuals
The Hours:
Full Time
Monday to Friday
3 Days 08:30 – 16:30
2 Lates 13:00 – 21:00