Make a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable young people while building a rewarding career in social care.
Young Persons Support Worker - UASC - Suffolk
Salary & Benefits:
- £12.94 per hour
- Irregular Hours, no guaranteed hours
- Day + Evening shifts, Weekend shifts
About the Role:
- Support young people with a wide range of support needs in their journey to independence, providing advocacy, support and the necessary skills for successful transition
- Work in partnership with Social Work teams, the Commissioning and Placements team to effectively safeguard the young people that will be accommodated within the service
- Help build resilience and strength in young people and the communities they are part of
- Support young people to enable them to identify their goals in terms of future housing and employment/education/training
- Driving Licence & Car essential for role
Duties:
- To promote the health & well-being of the young people accommodated within the Suffolk services
- To maintain a safe, clean & welcoming environment that promotes positive acceptable behaviour and support with Health & Safety checks and requirements
- To develop and maintain relationships with key agencies to high standards at all times and ensure compliance with the statutory frameworks they work in
- To ensure strong partnership links and working relationships with Local Council, Housing Associations, Health and Educational services, and any other appropriate professionals, to achieve the best possible outcomes for the young people accommodated within the service
- To liaise as required with Suffolk's CIC, UASC & Leaving Care teams
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Pay: £12.94 per hour
Work Location: In person
