Night Young People Support Worker

Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of young adults facing homelessness? Join our dynamic team as a NightYoung People Support Workerin Depaul UK, where you will play a vital role in supporting and empowering individuals on their journey towards independence.

About Us:

Depaul UK is UK largest youth homelessness charity dedicated to providing support and opportunities for young adults experiencing homelessness. We believe in creating a positive and empowering environment that fosters resilience and growth. Click the link for more information - https://www.depaul.org.uk/our-impact/

Role Overview:

Statham House is a semi-independent provision with ten flats based in Rochdale. We work with unaccompanied asylum-seeking Children who are aged 16 to 18, who are referred to us by Rochdale or Oldham social services. The aim of the work on the project is to prepare the Young People for independent living skills and support them in accessing services. We work closely with other Agencies to ensure the smooth transition from supported housing to independent living in the community

We have an opportunity for an individual who is interested in working with us as NightYoung People Support Worker. You will manage a caseload of clients, addressing their physical, emotional, social and behavioural needs; supporting them to progress towards independence.

You will also ensure that the accommodation is properly maintained and take an active role in the upkeep of the physical spaces of the accommodation and support the clients to sustain their tenancy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of clients in the service at all times possible including using Safeguarding and emergency alert procedures as applicable,
• Manage a caseload of clients for whom you will be the named key worker, and you will also take joint responsibility with your team members for the wellbeing and day to day support of all clients in the services
• Lead on risk and needs assessment and support planning for your key clients and contribute to ongoing needs and risk assessment of other clients in the service
• Deliver one-to one and group support opportunities within their accommodation and in the local community aimed at increasing resilience in the clients we work with.
• Proactively work in partnership with multiple agencies including statutory teams, to support the wellbeing of Depaul UK clients in accordance with data protection and information sharing protocols.
• Support all clients to participate in Education, Training, Employment and Volunteering opportunities as appropriate to the development of their skills, assets and aspirations

What We Are Looking For – Person Specification:

• Experience of working within a busy supported housing environment.
• A knowledge and understanding of Risk Assessments and Support Planning.
• Able to demonstrate clear understanding of safeguarding requirements and procedures
• Experience of facilitating workshops and client involvement activities.
• To have a working knowledge of Health and Safety and be able to complete Health and Safety checks.
• Be able to complete housing management duties and tasks.
• The ability to lone work and be pro-active and solution focused.

Note:

Applications submitted without a supporting statement and/or after the closing date and time stated will not be put forward for shortlisting. In addition, an enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this post. Our recruitment checks, induction and ongoing support and supervision reflect our commitment to safeguarding our clients.

Applications:

Please apply via the Depaul website only by Sunday 14th April 2024 at 23:59, unless you have specific requirements for an alternative application submission. If you do, please contact the Recruitment team on recruitment@depaulcharity.org.uk.

We kindly request no contact from unsolicited recruitment or media agencies.