Floating Support Worker (Outreach)

Depaul UK; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A charitable support organization is seeking an Outreach Worker to assist young people transitioning to independent living in Newcastle upon Tyne. The role involves casework, building life skills, and providing practical support. Ideal candidates will have experience with at-risk youth and be flexible in their working hours. Applicants should also possess strong organization skills and knowledge of safeguarding practices.

Qualifications

• Experience with mental health needs or substance misuse.
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
• Access to own transport and ability to travel.

Responsibilities

• Completing assessments to identify needs and goals.
• Creating tailored support plans for young people.
• Offering practical support with daily living skills.

Skills

Experience supporting young people

Strong organisation and IT skills

Ability to work independently

Knowledge of safeguarding

Understanding independent living skills

Job description

This is a hands on outreach role supporting young people with care experience as they transition into independent living. You will hold a caseload and work with each young person to build confidence, develop life skills and move towards their personal goals.

Responsibilities

• Completing assessments to identify strengths, needs and goals
• Creating tailored, strengths based support plans
• Working with young people aged 15 and over in their homes and in the community
• Providing practical support with daily living skills, budgeting and managing a tenancy
• Supporting access to education, training, employment or volunteering
• Helping young people apply for benefits and complete forms
• Linking with health, mental health, drug and alcohol and specialist services
• Building positive relationships with housing providers, social workers and partner agencies
• Maintaining accurate records and providing updates at multi agency meetings
• Using a trauma informed approach in all areas of work

Qualifications

• Offering flexible support that fits around young people's routines, including some evening and weekend work
• Experience supporting young people with challenges such as mental health needs, substance misuse, offending behaviour or unstable accommodation
• Knowledge of safeguarding and professional boundaries
• Understanding of independent living skills and the steps involved in maintaining a tenancy
• Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a wider team
• Confidence working with external agencies in a multi-disciplinary environment
• Strong organisation and IT skills for case recording and reporting
• A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusive practice
• Access to your own transport and the ability to travel across the area as required

About the Organisation

The employer delivers a wide range of support and housing services for young people and adults at risk of homelessness. We specialise in the provision of services that prevent homelessness, increase the resilience of those we work with and energise opportunities for employment, education, training and volunteering in the communities we work within. Our organisation reaches from Newcastle to London, Greater Manchester and Milton Keynes.

Experience Areas

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