Residential Youth Worker

TN United Kingdom; Ashbourne CP; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Residential Youth Workers to support young people in care. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young individuals facing challenges. You will provide guidance, support, and security while working closely with professionals in various settings. Full training and qualifications are provided, and many casual team members transition into full-time roles within three months. Join a passionate team committed to fostering a positive environment for youth development.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people in a care setting is preferred.
• Willingness to complete training and development programs.

Responsibilities

• Support young people with daily tasks and activities.
• Build strong relationships with service users and staff.
• Maintain a safe and enjoyable environment.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to form professional relationships

Understanding of youth development

Knowledge of health and safety

Reliability and punctuality

Job description

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Fulbridge Social Care is recruiting Experienced and Trainee Residential Youth Workers to join our casual team. The role involves working in children’s residential homes and Independent Living settings. We are looking for flexible, reliable, and interactive individuals eager to work in a specialized environment where full training and qualifications are provided.

The position entails providing security, guidance, interaction, and support to young people with challenging behavior and complex needs, aiming to create an environment that caters to their intellectual, spiritual, social, and emotional needs.

You will work with young people aged 11 to 18 who have been placed into the care system for various reasons and who exhibit a range of disorders, behaviors, and needs. We seek individuals with confidence, patience, and the necessary skills to make a positive impact on their lives.

Responsibilities include supporting young people throughout the day with tasks such as meal preparation, cleaning, education, and shopping. You will also interact with professionals like Social Workers, Probation Officers, and Police Officers, supporting young people in environments such as classrooms, courts, and police stations.

A valid driving license is essential, as you will be required to drive the unit's vehicle and transport young people to destinations such as family contacts, school, and social activities.

Applicants must complete an enhanced DBS check with Fulbridge Social Care and successfully finish our induction program before placements are offered.

If interested, please send an updated CV to receive an application pack from our recruitment team. Note that many casual team members are offered full-time positions within the first three months.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

1. Build strong professional relationships with service users and staff
2. Maintain a safe, clean, and enjoyable environment for young people and staff
3. Stay updated with all communication and information systems
4. Participate actively in meetings
5. Support young people in managing their behavior using approved skills
6. Promote equality and acknowledge individual differences
7. Protect service users from abuse by staff, visitors, or other service users
8. Prepare accurate reports for reviews and maintain written records for monitoring
9. Attend all required training and work towards relevant qualifications
10. Attend work reliably and punctually, following a set shift pattern
11. Stay informed about procedures and policy updates
12. Ensure health and safety for yourself and others
13. Perform additional relevant duties as required

Person Specification

• Ability to form professional relationships with young people
• Ability to read, understand, and write clear reports
• Effective communication skills with young people
• Willingness to participate in all activities and go where service users go
• Reliability in completing tasks to a high standard
• Willingness to participate in training and development
• Punctuality and reliability in attendance
• Understanding of effective teamwork
• Knowledge of health, safety, and welfare of young people
• Understanding of youth development and learning
• Awareness of equal opportunities and discrimination prevention