Youth Development Worker

Youth Development Worker LOCATION:St Austell, CornwallSALARY: £15.34 + holiday pay DURATION: Temp for 3 months, with scope to be extended to go permanentHOURS: 37.5 hours per week About The Role: If you''re looking to take your first step into a career supporting young people, this could be the perfect opportunity. We are recruiting a Youth Development Worker to join a supported accommodation service in St Austell, helping young people experiencing homelessness to build confidence, develop life skills, and move towards independent living. The service takes a strength-based approach, encouraging young people to aim high, build their independence, and work towards their ambitions. You will be part of a multidisciplinary team supporting young people in a supported living accommodation, with occasional short periods of lone working. Key Responsibilities: Provide one-to-one key worker support to young people aged 16-25. Develop and review support and action plans tailored to individual goals. Update and manage risk assessments and risk management plans. Support young people with tenancy and housing management. Assist with benefits applications (e.g., Universal Credit, PIP, Housing Benefit). Guide young people in budgeting, paying bills, and managing finances. Explore and support pathways into education, training, and employment. Collaborate with external agencies (mental health, domestic violence services, landlords, etc.). Help young people prepare for independent living and ..... full job details .....