Youth Coach

Guadalupe Regional Medical Center; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A compassionate charity in Sheffield is seeking a dedicated support worker to assist individuals with Autism in securing and maintaining employment. You will work closely with participants to enhance their employability skills and build their confidence, while collaborating with employers to make necessary adjustments. A background in Psychology or experience working with support needs is preferred. This role is fulfilling and essential in promoting workplace inclusivity.

Qualifications

• Experience with individuals with Autism is essential.
• Qualifications in Psychology or related experience is preferred.
• Previous roles as tutor, teacher, or support worker are beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in their job roles by setting action plans and encouraging engagement.
• Help individuals prepare for voluntary work or paid employment.
• Enhance confidence and communication skills.

Skills

Experience with Autism

Communication skills

Resume writing support

Education

Degree in Psychology or related fields

Job description

Overview

The charity delivers employment and in-work support to individuals with Autism to support them in the work environment or securing employment. Four days a week you will be working with 18-24 year olds supporting them into employment. Many haven’t previously worked, so they will need support creating CVs and building confidence. The other day will be spent carrying out in-work support. You will be responsible for advocating for low and high level individuals in roles such as scientists, cyber security experts and more.

Responsibilities

• Supporting individuals within their job roles by setting action plans, encouraging engagement and helping them to settle in.
• Supporting individuals with employability skills and preparation towards voluntary work and/or paid employment.
• Increasing confidence and communication skills with the aim of supporting progression.
• 5-6 hours of contact time daily with participants.
• Working closely with employers to provide education on Autism and work on reasonable adjustments.
• Liaising with multiple agencies to best support participants in the role.

Qualifications

• To apply, you must have work or lived experience with Autism. Or you might have experience of working with people with support needs, so could have worked as a tutor, teacher or learning support assistant or teaching assistant.
• You might be a Psychology graduate with relatable experience, worked as a support worker, hostel worker, careers advisor or employment advisor.

How to apply

Please apply via this advert. We aim to contact everyone. If you haven\'t heard back, feel free to complete the Send Us A Message form on the Red 5 People Contact page, and someone will be in touch within 72 hours. If you would like to speak to someone directly, please call the office and ask for David (the number is on the Red 5 People website).