Central Recruitment is working with one of the UK's largest not-for-profit housing associations. Their work includes providing people with a range of support and services to help them overcome barriers associated with age, homelessness, disability or health.
Our client is currently recruiting for a Support Officer to work in the Hackney area at a service that provides support to young people with complex needs.
* 37.5 hours per week
* Working across Monday - Sunday (rota basis, requirement to work every other weekend)
* Shifts: 07:30 - 15:30 and 12:30 - 20:30
* Temporary: approx. 2-3 months
* £16.38 per hour (£14.62 per hour, with £1.76 holiday pay)
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a key impact in the lives of vulnerable young people.
Key responsibilities:
* Manage a caseload of five young people, delivering regular key working sessions and co-producing tailored support and move-on plans
* Conduct regular reviews of support and risk plans, including following incidents or significant changes in customers' circumstances
* Identify and promote employment, education and training opportunities, supporting customers to overcome barriers to accessing them
* Signpost customers to appropriate external services, including food banks and community resources
* Support customers to develop the skills and confidence needed to become tenancy-ready and move on successfully
* Promote financial independence by supporting customers with budgeting and maximising their income
* Monitor and support customers' healthcare needs, ensuring appropriate engagement with healthcare professionals
* Empower customers to work towards managing their own medication in line with established procedures
* Lead and facilitate support initiatives, including group work activities
* Facilitate referrals into the service and assess prospective customers
* Contribute to housing management responsibilities, including income collection and tenancy-related support
* Clean and prepare rooms as required and complete day-to-day administrative and operational duties
* Build and maintain local partnerships to ensure customers can access a holistic range of support services
What we’re looking for:
* Experience working with young people and an understanding of the barriers faced by vulnerable and diverse customer groups and individual...
Support Officer - Young People employer: Central Recruitment Services Ltd
Central Recruitment is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and dynamic work environment for Youth Support Workers in London. With flexible shifts and competitive pay, employees are empowered to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people facing challenges, while also benefiting from opportunities for professional growth and development within a compassionate team culture.
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Central Recruitment Services Ltd Recruitment Team
