Supported Housing Officer

Vibranz Inc; Watford; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a passionate Young Person’s Housing Support Officer to join their Supported Accommodation Team in Watford. This full-time role is perfect for individuals with a background in youth work or social services who want to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people. You will provide essential support to Separated Migrant Children and Social Services Looked After Children, helping them transition to independence through personalized counseling and support plans. Join a dynamic team dedicated to enriching local communities and promoting positive development. If you are ready to make a difference, apply now!

Qualifications

• An Enhanced Disclosure is required for this position.
• Flexible shift working hours, including weekends, are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Empower residents to achieve independence and support decision-making.
• Collaborate with external agencies and organize activities for residents.

Skills

Youth Work

Social Services

Counseling

Risk Assessment

Life Skills Development

Job description

Join Our Team at One YMCA as a Young Person’s Housing Support Officer!

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? Do you have a background in youth work, social services, or working with young people? One YMCA is seeking dedicated individuals for a new Supported Accommodation Team in Watford where we will provide essential housing support to Separated Migrant Children and Social Services Looked After Children aged 16 to 18, helping them transition from dependence to independence.

At One YMCA, we offer a range of social housing, health & wellbeing, children’s services, youth and community activities across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, and Buckinghamshire. With a turnover exceeding £9 million and over 250 staff, we are committed to enriching local communities through our diverse services and partnerships.

As a Young Person’s Housing Support Officer, you will be part of a dynamic team providing personal counselling, support, and enablement to residents with various support needs, including mental health issues, trauma, and life skills. Your role will involve developing individualised support plans, conducting risk assessments, and actively engaging with residents to maximise the benefits of their stay.

Key responsibilities include:

• Empowering residents to achieve independence.
• Supporting residents in decision-making and goal-setting.
• Collaborating with external agencies and professionals.
• Organising activities and training to promote positive behaviour and development.
• Promoting and maintaining optimal occupancy levels.

We are looking for individuals who demonstrate that they will be able to meet customer needs, and work effectively with others to create a supportive community environment.

If you have a background in youth work, social services, or working with young people and are ready to make a meaningful impact, apply now to join One YMCA's Supported Accommodation Team!

Minimum requirements for this position:

• An Enhanced Disclosure is required.
• This position requires flexible shift working hours, in line with the needs of our service users, and will include some weekend hours.
• The rota includes one week of early shifts from 8am to 4pm, followed by a week of late shifts from 12pm to 8pm.
• This is a Full Time role / Hours per week: 37.50 / Working Pattern: Varied 7 days a week, works bank holidays.

At One YMCA we are an inclusive organisation and actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills, and potential. We do not discriminate on the basis of Age, Disability, Gender Reassignment, Marriage/Civil Partnership, Pregnancy/Maternity, Race, Religion/Belief, Sex and/or Sexual Orientation. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities, and industries, and are committed to having a team that is made up of diverse skills, experiences, and abilities.