Young Persons Support Worker

Morgan Hunt UK Limited; Greater Lincolnshire; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A charity in Lincolnshire is seeking a Young Persons Support Worker to assist individuals in gaining independence and overcoming barriers to housing. Responsibilities include managing caseloads, supporting with budgeting, and engaging clients with necessary external services. Ideal candidates should have relevant experience and enhanced DBS clearance.

Qualifications

• Experience in supported housing is crucial.
• Enhanced DBS clearance required.
• Care driver license is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of 8-12 individuals with 1:1 support plans.
• Assisting clients with budgeting, cooking skills, and job applications.
• Planning activities or workshops for those in temporary accommodation.

Skills

Proven experience as a Young Persons Support Worker

Up-to-date knowledge of housing legislation

Flexibility to work 5 days over 7

Willingness to travel

Job description

*Full Enhanced DBS will be required, child and adult cleared*

The organisation

In this Young Persons Support Worker opportunity around Lincolnshire, you will join a charity whose purpose is to help others gain independence and follow a positive pathway out of homelessness.

Key responsibilities

Your responsibilities will include:

1. Managing a caseload of 8-12 individuals at one time with 1:1 support plans to promote independent living
2. Assisting with finances, budgeting, cooking skills, laundry, applying for jobs, and re-engaging with education
3. Supporting individuals with bidding for housing and setting up benefits
4. Planning activities or workshops to provide information, advice, and guidance for those living out of temporary accommodation
5. Booking and attending appointments
6. Helping clients overcome barriers such as mental health issues, domestic violence, substance misuse, and learning disabilities, encouraging engagement with external agencies
7. Tracking payments for housing, service charges, rent, etc.

Skills & experience

• Proven experience as a Young Persons Support Worker or in supported housing, with up-to-date knowledge of housing legislation
• Willingness to travel across Lincolnshire; a care driver license is highly desirable but not essential
• Enhanced DBS clearance for child and adult on the update service
• Flexibility to work 5 days over 7, including shift work

If you would like more information, please call the office at 0121 631 5930 and ask for Alisha.

To apply for the position, please submit your application within.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment agency specializing in interim, contract, and temporary placements. We are an equal opportunities employer, and job suitability is assessed based on merit, skills, qualifications, and abilities to perform the role.