Young People Support Worker - Build Safe Futures

NFP People Limited; North Carolina; On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days leave

Employer pension 7%

Training & development

Flexible working

Cash health plan

EAP with GP 24/7

Wellbeing discounts

Job summary

Not For Profit People seeks a compassionate Young People Support Worker to help residents in supported accommodation build life skills toward greater independence.

Using an assets‑based, psychologically informed approach, you will build positive relationships and provide tailored support based on strengths and aims.

You will create SMART plans, complete risk assessments, help access education, training, employment and health services, and work with partner agencies.

Qualifications

• Experience in supported housing, homelessness, social care or youth work.
• Empathy, resilience and belief in young people's potential.
• Clear communication, professional boundaries and ability to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Creating and reviewing SMART support plans with residents.
• Completing risk and needs assessments.
• Supporting access to education, training, employment and volunteering.
• Promoting health, wellbeing and independent living skills.
• Helping new residents settle into the service.
• Responding to incidents and safeguarding concerns.
• Working with colleagues, external agencies and community partners.
• Maintaining accurate records and contributing to a safe, welcoming service.

Skills

Empathy

Resilience

Communication

Professional boundaries

Organised

Teamwork

Job description

Not For Profit People seeks a compassionate Young People Support Worker to help residents in supported accommodation build life skills toward greater independence.

Using an assets‑based, psychologically informed approach, you will build positive relationships and provide tailored support based on strengths and aims.

You will create SMART plans, complete risk assessments, help access education, training, employment and health services, and work with partner agencies.