* Location: Wallsend, Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom
* Earnings: £12,872 PA Plus Pension and Benefits FTE £24,136
We have a new role available for a Part-Time Young People Support Workerto work as part of a team delivering a project that forms part of the North Tyneside Pathway and it is designed to support clients (16-24 year olds) who are at risk of homelessness within North Tyneside.
Location:North Tyneside
Hours:20 hours a week
Salary: £12,872.53 Per Annum plus pension and other benefits; FTE -£24,136
Closing Date: Sunday 25th May 2025
About the Role
Maritime Court provides supported housing and is delivered in partnership with Karbon Homes (Landlord) and Depaul (Support Providers). The project forms part of the North Tyneside Pathway and it is designed to support clients (16-24 year olds) who are at risk of homelessness within North Tyneside. The service users are supported to take more and more responsibility for their affairs and assess the most appropriate move-on housing for them.
As Young People Support Worker you will work under the direction, guidance and support of a Service Manager and an Assistant Area Director, you will be responsible for a caseload of clients as well as share responsibility for the safety and wellbeing of all clients, volunteers and staff in the service.
Key responsibilities include:
* Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all clients, following safeguarding and emergency procedures as needed.
* Act as key worker for a caseload of clients, leading on risk and needs assessments and SMART, outcomes-based support plans.
* Provide personalised, flexible, and creative support, involving clients in decision-making and encouraging participation in activities.
* Collaborate with external agencies to support clients, adhering to data protection and information sharing protocols.
* Support clients to access Education, Training, Employment, and Volunteering opportunities aligned with their goals and aspirations.
* Contribute to maintaining a safe and welcoming environment, including preparing accommodation for new clients and supporting their transition.
* Assist in coordinating and supporting volunteers and promoting client involvement initiatives and residents' meetings.
* Maintain clear, accurate records and participate in team rotas, including evenings and weekends, carrying out additional duties as required.
About You
You will need to have the following skills and experience:
* Experience working with young people or those affected by homelessness.
* Understanding of the needs of individuals facing homelessness, mental health issues, substance misuse, or the care system.
* Knowledge of risk assessments, support planning, safeguarding, and health and safety procedures.
* Strong literacy, numeracy, IT skills, and commitment to diversity, equality, and professional integrity.
* Ability to maintain professional boundaries, work collaboratively, and reflect on practices for continuous development.
In return for working here, you will receive:
* A comprehensive training package tailored to your needs and role
* Flexible working model for suitable roles.
* 26 days annual leave rising to 30 after five years of service.
* Family-friendly leave policies including - maternity, adoption and parental leave and Carers leave.
* Auto-enrolment to pension scheme employer from day 1 with employer contribution up to 7% and increasing with service
* Employee Assistance Programme and access to the app – 24/7 GP appointments, prescription service, health checks and nutrition advice.
* Discount vouchers including gym, retail, food & drink, travel, electricals and more.
* Cash benefit plan for you and your partner (living with you) and children under 18 including covering Dental, Optical, Hospital Stays, Scans and More
* Death in service (4x Base salary)
* Legal Advice line
About the Organisation
The charity delivers a wide range of support and housing services for young people and adults at risk of homelessness. They specialise in the provision of services that prevent homelessness, increase the resilience of those they work with and energise opportunities for employment, education, training and volunteering in the communities they work within. The organisation reaches from Newcastle to London, Greater Manchester and Milton Keynes.
You may have experience in areas such as: Support Worker, Peer Support, Project Manager, Care Caseworker, Youth Project Coordinator, Youth Caseworker, Care Worker, Health Care Assistant, Support Worker, Nurses, Social Care Worker, Care Assistant, Wellbeing Worker etc. #INDSCP
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
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