Young People's Support Worker (Full or Part-Time (22.5 – 37.5 hours); £20,845.50 - £21,781.50 per annum pro rata)

South West based charitable housing association BCHA was founded over 50 years ago with a continuing mission to meet housing need and end homelessness. We aim to achieve this through the building and provision of affordable and secure homes, and by supporting individuals to take control and lead independent, fulfilled lives. Whether we are developing sites or supporting people with housing, learning or living skills, we believe in equality, the importance of every individual and the right to be valued and treated with dignity and respect. Our doors are open to everyone.

Are you empathetic, motivated and solution-focussed? Would you like to inspire and make a positive impact on a young person's life?

An exciting opportunity has become available to join the successful support team working in Poole, supporting young people aged 18-21 years old.

This exciting and varied role will involve supporting young people with housing related support to develop and promote independent living. You will be part of an organisation that is developing Psychologically Informed Environments (PIE) and Trauma Informed Care approaches.

Opportunities to extend relationships with external agencies to provide the relevant support to meet the needs of the young person and to create and deliver innovative, and fun approaches in which life learning is paramount to the personal development of the client.

You will have excellent communication and engagement skills that enable young people to become confident, resilient and personally empowered on their journey to independence.

The successful applicant will have a full induction and be supported by a strong team that strives to achieve positive outcomes for clients on a daily basis. Experience with working with young people with multiple needs would be an advantage but not essential. Clients will include those experiencing drug use, mental health, fleeing domestic violence, exploitation and family breakdown.

A driving licence and access to a car is desirable.

Please also ensure how you meet essential criteria is evidenced.

For an informal discussion about the role or for further information, please contact Amanda Rocha, Senior Practitioner on (amandarocha@bcha.org.uk)

We are looking for people who are strong team players, confident, motivated and well organised. Patience and commitment are essential, but above all you'll be someone with a genuine desire to nurture others. You will be passionate and creative in all you do, always looking to grow and improve and build experiences.

You can add real value as part of a small team of professionals who build positive, trusting and respectful relationships with our customers who are preparing to move forward towards independence.

BCHA Safer Recruitment: Safeguarding children and adults is our first priority and we will ensure we follow safer recruitment procedures.

As an employer, we will do everything possible to prevent unsuitable people obtaining employment with BCHA. Our overall aim is to ‘deter unsuitable applicants from applying for roles with children and adults, and we will ensure that all candidates are treated fairly, consistently and in compliance with current legislation.

Evidenced knowledge and understanding of the issues around Young People and Vulnerable Adults

Experience in Young Persons services or similar environment

Experience of working within a supported housing environment

Ability to lone work; following internal guidance and safety procedures

Experience of lone working

Ability to manage young people’s behaviour in line with risk management plans and with aim of minimising exclusions/unplanned departures