Youth Support & Independent Living Coach

Horizon Care and Education; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in the East Midlands is seeking a Youth Support Worker to help young people transition to independent living. The role involves providing emotional and practical support, developing independence, and managing support plans. Ideal candidates should have experience working with youth and possess strong communication skills. The position offers competitive pay rates, various shift patterns, and a range of employee benefits including training and support.

Benefits

Access to Tastecard

Bluelight card

MyGym discounts

Real Living Wage employer

Generous Refer a Friend Scheme

Financial wellbeing service

Life Assurance

Ongoing training and professional development

Qualifications

• A driving license and access to a vehicle is desirable but not essential.
• Experience working with young people.
• Ability to be resilient and empathetic when working with our young people.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving abilities and ability to manage your own workload.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional and practical support, including out-of-hours on-call.
• Involvement in support plans and risk assessments.
• Help young people access education, training, and employment.
• Manage properties and liaise with other professionals.
• Support our young people to develop independent living skills.

Skills

Experience working with young people

Excellent communication

Problem-solving abilities

Ability to manage own workload

Resilience

Empathy

Job description

A community support organization in the East Midlands is seeking a Youth Support Worker to help young people transition to independent living. The role involves providing emotional and practical support, developing independence, and managing support plans. Ideal candidates should have experience working with youth and possess strong communication skills. The position offers competitive pay rates, various shift patterns, and a range of employee benefits including training and support.