As part of our not-for-profit organisation, whatever your role, you'll play a unique part in making a remarkable difference to the lives of thousands of people in communities across Wales.
Job Details
- Reference: 510222
- Locations: Swansea
- Area: Customer & Community (Support)
- Categories: Support: All Support roles, Support: Homelessness / Risk of homelessness, Support: Young Persons
18hrs & 28hrs available, the working pattern for each role is as follows -
18hrs - 3 evenings per week, every other weekend off.
28hrs - 4 days per week (mornings/afternoons), every other weekend off.
About the role
Llys Awen provides 24-hour temporary supported accommodation in the Gorseinon area of Swansea for young people aged between 16 to 21 years old. The staff team specialise in providing support within a psychology informed environment. Our Scheme Support Officers enable our young people to achieve their goals and empower them to lead independent lives.
This is the perfect opportunity for anyone who has a passion for helping young people recognise their true potential and will provide you with a rewarding career. You will act as a first point of contact for the people we support. You will build positive relationships by helping them make a transition into independent living and advise on move on options. You will provide advice with budgeting and money management, including welfare benefits, as well as support them in a practical way, with regards to day to day living skills.
As a scheme support officer you will be required to:
- Engaging and interacting with the people we support to help them connect with other support services
- Supporting Project Workers in delivering workshops relating to tenancy management and health and wellbeing
- Carrying out health and safety checks + wellbeing checks within the scheme
- Addressing any additional needs, the people we support might have
- Building community links and establishing partnerships that benefit our customers
You will be faced with complex behaviours and needs. You will work with a range of different personalities and behaviours so you will need to be able to adapt your approach to engage with a diverse cliental and manage disputes or conflicts appropriately.
Skills and Experience Needed
- A passion to work with and enable people to live as independent a life as possible
- A strong initiative and ability to work alone as well as being a great team player
- Ability to deal with conflicting and difficult situations
- A good understanding of relevant barriers young people with complex needs are currently experiencing, specifically around homelessness.
Full list of duties and can found on the Job description.
It would be desirable for the successful candidate to have a full drivers licence and access to a vehicle.
Values
At Codi, our values are Compassionate, Authentic, and Progressive. When you join us, you'll embrace these principles and thrive in an environment shaped by them.
At Codi Group we are guided, in all that we do, by a group of principles that we call FREDIE, these are: Fairness, Respect, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion, Engagement.
If you would like any support with your application or to discuss any adjustments that you may require to support you to application process, please contact support.talent@codigroup.co.uk or 0300 373 5262
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Scheme Support Officer in Gorseinon employer: Codi Group
Codi Group is an exceptional employer, dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities. Located in Chepstow, our supportive and passionate team values work-life balance, offering flexible shifts and every other weekend off, while providing comprehensive training and growth opportunities. Join us to be part of a compassionate community that celebrates your contributions and empowers you to rise alongside those we support.
