Part-Time Youth Support Project Worker (Complex Needs)

Codi Group; Llanelli; Hybrid; GBP 13,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sleep-in allowance

Job summary

As part of our not-for-profit organisation, whatever your role, you’ll play a unique part in making a remarkable difference to the lives of thousands of people in communities across Wales. Here at Codi we are looking for part-time Project Worker (Complex Needs Young Persons) for two of our services, based in Ammanford & Llanelli.

The role involves supporting goal planning for young people, coordinating with resettlement partners, and promoting mental health and recovery services; you will work

Qualifications

• A driving licence and access to a car.
• Minimum of 5 years relevant experience in a similar role or equivalent training or qualification.
• Experience of working with Young People.
• Ability to deal with conflicting and difficult situations and lone work.

Responsibilities

• Support the Manager with facilitating Young Person goal plans and advise on re-housing options.
• Make referrals to other agencies in relation to temporary and permanent accommodation with the resettlement team.
• Liaise with Social Services, Benefits Agencies, Housing Department, Resettlement Worker, Health and Safety and other agencies.
• Promote mental health recovery and seek treatment and recovery for substance misuse where applicable.
• Engage with clients to empower independence and adapt approaches to diverse needs.
• Contribute to a positive, safe and supportive service environment.

Skills

Driving licence

Access to a car

5+ years experience

Experience with Young People

Passion to help independence

Enthusiasm to make a difference

Initiative and ability to work alone

Team player

Conflict handling

Job description

As part of our not-for-profit organisation, whatever your role, you’ll play a unique part in making a remarkable difference to the lives of thousands of people in communities across Wales. Here at Codi we are looking for part-time Project Worker (Complex Needs Young Persons) for two of our services, based in Ammanford & Llanelli.

The role involves supporting goal planning for young people, coordinating with resettlement partners, and promoting mental health and recovery services; you will work