Youth Housing Support Specialist

Action-For-Children; Enniskillen; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid leave 7+ weeks incl bank holidays

Well-being day per year

Cycle to work scheme

Professional training opportunities

Flexible maternity/paternity/adoption

Up to 7% employer pension contribution

Life assurance cover

Blue Light Card discounts

Job summary

Action for Children is seeking a Housing Support Practitioner in Enniskillen, Northern Ireland. This permanent role (37 hours/week) focuses on assisting young people aged 16-21 who are homeless or at risk, in a residential setting.

You will coordinate daily living support, access to services, and future planning. The role requires NISCC registration or willingness to register, a Level 3+ diploma in youth work or social care, and a full UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience of working with vulnerable young people aged 16-21 years in a formal setting.
• Diploma Level 3 or above in youth work or social care related qualifications.
• NISCC Registration or the willingness to register.
• The ability to work as part of a team and engage in a 24/7 rota that will include, evenings, nights, and weekend work.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Good IT skills.
• Demonstrate a willingness to engage in all associated training and learning related to the role.
• Full UK Driving Licence and access to a car is a necessity.

Responsibilities

• Engaging with vulnerable young people.
• Working with our young people in small groups and/ or on an individual basis depending on their needs.
• Working alongside other staff teams and outside organisations to ensure the best outcome for the young people.
• Ensuring progress is monitored, recorded, and reviewed at set intervals, putting in additional support where required to ensure goals are met.
• Mentoring and supporting other members of the team.

Skills

Experience with vulnerable youth

Communication skills

IT skills

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Shift flexibility

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Youth Work or Social Care

Tools

Driving Licence

Job description

Action for Children is seeking a Housing Support Practitioner in Enniskillen, Northern Ireland. This permanent role (37 hours/week) focuses on assisting young people aged 16-21 who are homeless or at risk, in a residential setting.

You will coordinate daily living support, access to services, and future planning. The role requires NISCC registration or willingness to register, a Level 3+ diploma in youth work or social care, and a full UK driving licence.