Outreach Support Worker- Supported Accommodation

Brook Street Social Care; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's social care organization in Calderdale seeks an Outreach Support Worker for care leavers aged 16-20. This permanent role offers £14.54-£15.60 per hour, supporting young people in their journey toward independence. Essential qualifications include a commitment to anti-oppressive practice and experience in childcare settings. The job involves visiting young care leavers and assisting them with practical skills to enhance their confidence and well-being.

Qualifications

• Genuine commitment to looked after young people and anti-oppressive practice.
• Previous experience in childcare or support work setting.
• Ability to communicate effectively and use IT.

Responsibilities

• Support young people in their journey towards independence.
• Visit young care leavers at their accommodation.
• Help young people with practical skills like budgeting.

Skills

Commitment to looked after young people

Good communication skills

IT skills

Education

QCF Level 3 or working towards Level 4 Diploma

Job description

Outreach Support Worker - Care Leavers
Children and Young People- 16- 20 Years old
Looked After Children
Location: Calderdale, HD5
Essential- Driver with access to own vehicleType: Permanent
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: 14.54- 15.60 per hour
( 28,353 - 30,420 per annum)
The 37 hours are worked over 5 days in any one week (Mon-Sun) planned on a 3 week rolling rota pattern. This 3 week pattern includes 2 weekend shifts (Sat or Sun).

Within this role support around 5 Young People and visit roughly 3 times per week

A vacancy has arisen for a special individual to join our team of exceptional people who, every single day, make a real difference to the lives of young people leaving care. We are an innovative children and young people's social care team, looking for the right person to join us in our age-16+ supported accommodation service as an outreach worker.

You just need to have the ambition to support young people in their journey of independence, taking their next steps towards a healthy, fulfilling life. This is a varied and interesting role for the right person where you will visit young care leavers at their own accommodation within the community.

Supporting and helping young people to progress will be fundamental to the role. You'll help them to become more confident with everyday practical skills, such as budgeting and making medical appointments, as well as encouraging the longer-term aims of learning and work.

Every step in independence you support a young person with contributes to their wellbeing, security and happiness.

Essential criteria:

• A genuine commitment to looked after young people and anti-oppressive practice
• Level 3 or Be working towards a QCF Level 4 Diploma
• Previous experience of working in a childcare or support work setting, or a role/s where there are transferable skills
• Good communication and IT skills

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