Youth Support Worker

Just ONE is seeking a Youth Support Worker in Merthyr Tydfil to effectively deliver semi-independent living support to vulnerable young people aged 16-25. The Youth support worker will work with young people to promote and develop essential life skills to support their transition into independent living.
Just ONE is a Health and Social Care Company looking for flexible, enthusiastic, compassionate and caring people to provide up to 24 hours support to vulnerable young people aged 16-25.

What you’ll get in return:

• Full Time Contract – over £30,000 per annum based on 48hr with 2 sleeps plus additional 12hr shift a week
• 28 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) based on 5 day working week
• DBS update service fee refunded on completion of full year of employment with the company
• Permanent contracts; Part/Full time.
• Discounts on 1000’s of retailers, food and drink and holiday companies
• Full training given with CPD accredited certificates QCF’s available
• Career progression within the company
• Refer a Friend Scheme

Main responsibilities include:

• Monitor the health and safety of the young person and the property
• Monitor the young person’s ability to engage with everyday living and develop skills where necessary
• Establish good relationships with the young people
• Promote professional boundaries between employee and young people
• Escalate concerns including safeguarding regarding young people’s welfare to Head Office
• Encourage young people to access education, training, employment and any other activities supporting any application or enrolment process
• Complete daily notes regarding each young person’s progress
• Attend regular support & supervisions

Essential Skills:

• Welcome applicants without experience who are willing to gain further qualification and broaden their knowledge
• Will be expected to work; Days, Waking Nights, Overnights and weekends as required, plus a minimum of 1 sleep in per week

Desirable Skills:

• 12 months experience working with young people- can be volunteer or personal experiences
• Ability to prioritise actions to achieve goals set
• Have a NVQ L3 in working with children and young people or relevant qualification (if not, willing to sign up for one with the company)
• Effective communication skills
• Willingness to travel

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent