Youth Support Assistant

Are you able to connect with, and support, young people (16+)?

Do you have knowledge of homelessness?

What about working in the social care or support sector?

We are working with a charity in the Risca area to find Support Assistants to cover various shifts within a supported housing setting.

What will you get?

• Full time salary of up to -26,061 (pro-rata for part time).
• This includes -60 for sleep-in shift allowance.
• 47 hours per week.
• All shifts are days or nights, with options for sleep-ins.
• Either 12 hours (4 per week) or 24 hour shifts (2 per week)
• Rolling rota that includes weekdays and weekends.
• There are full and part time options.

What will you do?

• Support young people (16 to 24 years old) who have experienced homelessness.
• This not a Care job, there is no personal care involved.
• Provide emotional and practical support.
• Advice and guidance.
• Follow the support plans set out by the Support Worker.
• Assist with setting up benefits and finances.

What do we need?

• You will need some experience working with this age group.
• Knowledge of housing or homelessness.
• Able to build trust, while remaining professional.
• The ability to deal with challenging situations and behaviours.
• Keep a cool head in a crisis.
• Good with record keeping and reporting/recording incidents.

If this role is of interest, and you have the skills and experience, please contact Keeran @ Moxie People for an informal chat.

Role: Support Assistant

Location: Risca

Contact: Permanent