Intensive Housing Management Officer

CIH International Housing Group; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Intensive Housing Management Officer to support young residents in Dartford and west Kent. This role is vital in helping young people gain the skills and confidence needed for independent living. The ideal candidate will possess qualifications in youth work or supported housing, along with strong interpersonal and communication skills. Join a vibrant charity that has been community-focused for over 150 years, making a positive impact on the lives of those in need. If you are passionate about empowering youth and making a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people is essential for this role.
• Clear communication and excellent interpersonal skills are key.

Responsibilities

• Support residents in mapping out their future and coaching them to achieve it.
• Provide guidance to help young people gain skills for independent living.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Youth Work Experience

Supported Housing Knowledge

Education

Qualification in Youth Work

Qualification in Supported Housing

Job description

You

We are recruiting for a dedicated and enthusiastic Intensive Housing Management (IMO) Officer to support our 18+ residents in Dartford and west Kent.

The ideal candidate will have a qualification in youth work, supported housing or similar. You will have experience of working with young people, so clear communications and excellent interpersonal skills are key aspects of this role.

YMCA TGG provides support and guidance to help young people gain the skills and confidence to live independently. You will play a vital role in the lives of our residents, supporting them to map out what they want their future to look like and then coaching them to achieve it.

US

Thank you for your interest in finding out more about YMCA Thames Gateway Group. Whether you're looking for your first role, coming back to work after a career break, or simply looking for a new challenge, we're happy you're considering us.

As a community-based organisation for over 150 years, we are a vibrant and ever-changing charity that offers inclusive programmes in health & wellbeing, childcare, housing and youth work. We are passionate about providing opportunities to those who are most in need. We successfully adapt to the needs of the communities in which we're based - during the pandemic we were able to provide food hampers to families in need, childcare support to keyworkers, and stayed in touch with our senior citizens group who, for many, attending our social groups is a lifeline.

Our staff are dedicated to making other people's lives better through the services we provide, so if this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we look forward to hearing from you.

Summary of Job Profile:

1. Contract Type: Permanent
2. Working Pattern: Full Time, 37.5 hours per week Monday-Sunday

Additional Information:

Please note YMCA Thames Gateway Group does not have a Sponsored Licence to recruit non-UK workers and therefore all candidates are expected to provide evidence that they are eligible and have the right to work in the UK.

YMCA Thames Gateway Staff Benefits:

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YMCA Thames Gateway is serious about safeguarding; this role will be subject to a Standard Disclosure & Barring Service check.

At YMCA Thames Gateway we are a Disability Confident Employer and are committed to Equal Opportunities. Therefore, we value the importance of diversity and positively welcome applicants from all members of the community. The Association is committed to ensuring that all current and potential staff, members, users and visitors are treated with dignity, fairness and respect regardless of their protected characteristics within the Equality Act (2010).

We strongly encourage applications from applicants of a BAME background, those with a disability and those who identify as LGBTQ+.