Job description
The Specialist Support Worker will be responsible for delivering direct support to a small group of young people with complex needs. The young people will live in the community and the HFFY service will provide 24/7 support to ensure their safety, promote their stability, and build resilience to enable them to manage their tenancy..
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Experience of supporting Looked After Children or homeless and/or vulnerable adults to identify personal goals and meet person-centered targets while working through a process of change.Experience of working within a fast moving and challenging working environment in the areas of mental health, care for young people, alcohol and drug use, independent living support.Experience of using a high level of communication skills, both verbally and in writing, using Microsoft Office applications.Full current driving licence or, if a disability prevents driving, an alternative means of transport to enable the duties of the post to be carried out in full.NISCC Registered (or willing to become registered if appointed) and willing to be subject to Access NI checks. (Successful applicants must commence NISCC registration process prior to employment). , 6 months experience of supporting young people (under 25) who have experienced any of the following - Care System, Justice System, Prison, Institutional Care, Supported Accommodation.
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Belfast, County Antrim
