Support Worker – Young Adults (Homelessness) Part Time

Wolsingham, County Durham
Corus Consultancy
The successful candidate will be required to work either full-time (37.5 hours per week) or part-time hours, working across Monday to Sunday on a rota basis, covering a mixture of day shifts and night shifts.

In this position, you will be expected to;
– Hold a caseload of 8 key clients and conduct regular key working sessions resulting in agreed Support Plans which are reviewed regularly
– Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all clients, following safeguarding and emergency procedures as needed
– 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
– Manage the security of the building

Please note; this role involves lone working.

To apply for this role, you must have;
– 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
– Experience holding a caseload of key clients and knowledge of risk assessments, support planning, safeguarding and health and safety procedures
– Experience of managing challenging behaviour, including responding calmly to crisis
– Strong literacy, numeracy and IT skills and ability to take notes
– Ability to maintain professional boundaries, work collaboratively and reflect on practices for continuous development