- Managing a caseload of young people and providing person-centred support
- Helping individuals work towards agreed goals and positive outcomes
- Building positive, trusting relationships with service users
Support Officer Contract
£13.50-£15.50
Neath Port Talbot
Are you passionate about supporting young people and helping them build a more independent future?
BRC Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Support Officer to a well-established organisation, supporting young people who are experiencing homelessness
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced support professional to make a genuine difference.
What you will do
As a Support Officer, you will provide housing-related support to young people, helping them develop the skills and confidence they need to live independently and successfully manage their accommodation.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Managing a caseload of young people and providing person-centred support
- Building positive, trusting relationships with service users
- Supporting young people with independent living and tenancy-related skills
- Helping individuals work towards agreed goals and positive outcomes
- Supporting young people to maintain their accommodation
- Liaising with partner agencies and other professionals involved in a young person's support
- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date case records and support plans
- Identifying risks and responding appropriately to safeguarding concerns
We are particularly interested in candidates who are compassionate, resilient, organised and genuinely committed to helping young people achieve positive outcomes.
Requirements
- Previous experience in a support, housing or similar role
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage a caseload and prioritise your workload
- Enhanced DBS
- Driver with access to a vehicle
Interested?
If you have the experience and are available for, we'd love to hear from you.
Call Neelam or Emily in the Cardiff Office
