Overview
We are hiring Young People & Children Support Workers in Llanelli to work evenings supporting individuals within the community. Flexible shifts from 2 hours – 6 hours, focusing on after-school evenings and weekends. Build consistent relationships with children, young people, and their families, and make a lasting impact. Depending on availability you could support from one young person a week up to six or seven.
Key Responsibilities
* Supporting individuals to access and engage in community activities and services.
* Helping individuals participate in hobbies, interests, or recreational activities that enhance their quality of life.
* Assisting individuals in working towards personal goals through tailored support plans.
* Encouraging development and learning through activities; for children, this may include play-based learning.
* Offering personal care and day-to-day assistance where required.
* Providing a compassionate and safe approach to ensure individuals feel respected and supported.
* This role is for evening and weekend staff.
Responsibilities (continued)
* Providing Individual Support and Advocacy: Provide tailored support to children and adults, recognizing their unique pathways and needs.
* Advocate for children's and adults best interests, ensuring their voices are included in the planning, design, delivery, and evaluation of services.
* Develop and implement person-centered plans focused on goal setting and outcome monitoring.
* Collaborative Work: Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to maximize delivery and individual success.
* Foster a collaborative environment that promotes the inclusion and active participation of children and adults.
* Ensure seamless communication and coordination among all involved agencies.
* Community Engagement and Social Activities: Take children and adults out into the community and attend social events to enhance their social skills and integration.
* Create opportunities for children and adults to participate in community groups and activities across various localities.
* Utilize community assets and resources to promote personalized and outcome-focused activities.
* Education and Specialist Training: Training to meet the unique needs of children and young people, particularly those exposed to Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs).
* Develop and implement clear communication plans to support children in expressing their views and wishes.
* Document and adhere to guidance from professionals within personal plans, ensuring responsiveness to indicators of discomfort or distress in children.
* Complex Care Duties: Provide personal care, including medication administration, meal preparation, and moving and handling tasks (including the use of hoists, steadies, and wheelchairs).
* Manage challenging behaviors effectively and empathetically.
Key Skills and Qualifications
* Proven knowledge and understanding of children's rights with experience in advocating for children.
* Ability to work collaboratively with professionals and community groups.
* Strong crisis management skills and flexibility in providing support.
* Familiarity with community assets and capacity-building.
* Specialized training in supporting children exposed to ACEs and the NEST framework.
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
* Empathy, patience, and a genuine commitment to improving the lives of children and adults.
Additional Requirements
* Must undergo and maintain relevant certifications and training.
* Full UK driving license and own vehicle with the ability to travel within the locality as required.
* Understand that, although the role is predominantly support, it may involve personal care and manual handling when required.
Job Details
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent, Zero hours contract
Benefits
* Company pension
* On-site parking
* Referral programme
Application Questions
1. Do you have a full UK driving licence, access to a car and business use insurance?
2. Which area of Carmarthenshire would you like to work?
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