Youth Employment Coach for Neurodiverse Young Adults

Red 5 People; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A youth support organization in High Wycombe is seeking a Youth Employment Advisor to empower 16–24-year-olds with skills and confidence for their first job. This rewarding role involves engaging with local employers to establish work placements, guiding young people with neurodiverse profiles, and ensuring family involvement in their journey to employment. Ideal candidates will have experience in youth support roles and a passion for making a difference.

Qualifications

• Experience in roles like Employment Advisor, Job Coach, or Careers Advisor.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to support young people into work.

Responsibilities

• Approaching local employers for work placements.
• Advising employers on supporting neurodiverse individuals.
• Providing travel training for job readiness.
• Keeping families updated on progress.

Skills

Understanding of neurodiverse challenges

Ability to build relationships with employers

Engagement and encouragement skills

Job description

A youth support organization in High Wycombe is seeking a Youth Employment Advisor to empower 16–24-year-olds with skills and confidence for their first job. This rewarding role involves engaging with local employers to establish work placements, guiding young people with neurodiverse profiles, and ensuring family involvement in their journey to employment. Ideal candidates will have experience in youth support roles and a passion for making a difference.