Empowerment Coach for Housing & Youth Support

Irwell Valley Housing Association LTD; Manchester; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Irwell Valley Housing Association LTD in Manchester area seeks a Self-Management Coach In Reach (MOUP) to support vulnerable adults in a housing context. The role involves coaching, safeguarding, and enablement to help clients achieve independent living and participation in education, training, and community activities.

The post is permanent, full-time (35 hours per week) with a shift pattern across 7:45am–8:10pm. DBS check is required and flexibility for weekend work may be needed.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of needs of vulnerable adults and complex support needs.
• Experience with safeguarding, risk management and professional boundaries.
• Experience in a supported housing or health and social care setting.
• Strong communication, record-keeping and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload.

Responsibilities

• Using coaching and strengths-based approaches to build emotional resilience.
• Building positive relationships and supporting outcomes in support plans.
• Liaising with external agencies and raising safeguarding concerns appropriately.
• Completing and maintaining Support Plans, Positive Behaviour Plans and risk assessments.
• Delivering high-quality housing management and enablement activities.
• Providing personalised support to young adults, including ADHD/ASD and substance misuse needs.
• Managing a caseload based on client needs and service demand.

Skills

Vulnerable adults experience

Safeguarding knowledge

Communication skills

Caseload management

Independent working

Education

Health and Social Care qualification

Job description

Irwell Valley Housing Association LTD in Manchester area seeks a Self-Management Coach In Reach (MOUP) to support vulnerable adults in a housing context. The role involves coaching, safeguarding, and enablement to help clients achieve independent living and participation in education, training, and community activities.

The post is permanent, full-time (35 hours per week) with a shift pattern across 7:45am–8:10pm. DBS check is required and flexibility for weekend work may be needed.