Young Persons Support Worker

Young People’s Project Worker
Ref: 85650

A well respected housing provider based in the Hertfordshire area are looking to recruit a Young People’s Project Worker to join their friendly team working with homeless young people. This is a temporary contract for around three months and you will be required to work up to 21.5 hours per week.

Hours: 21.5 hours per week (no weekend requirement)
Duration: Temporary – Three months ongoing
Location: South Oxhey, Hertfordshire
Shifts: Monday, Thursday and Friday and one other day in the week

Pay: £14.00 per hour including holiday pay at 12.07%

Main duties of the role:
• Working with a caseload of young people in their own accommodation ages 16-25
• Dealing with young people suffering from mental health issues and drug and alcohol misuse
• Carrying out support plans and risk assessments
• Teaching life skills and preparing the young people to live independently in the community
• Supporting clients with budgeting and applying for housing benefits to reduce rent arrears
• Actively encouraging and facilitating activities to engage and involve the young people
• Promoting independence at all times
• Adhering to safeguarding policies and procedures at all times
• Updating notes and records ensuring they are concise and accurate

Essential requirements:
• An enhanced DBS from within the last three years or willingness to obtain one
• Experience working with vulnerable young people in a supported living environment
• Due to the location of the project, a car is useful but not essential

To secure an interview for this excellent opportunity, please email your updated CV to Tia Hewitt on thewitt@venngroup.com as soon as possible.