Support project worker - united kingdom, united kingdom

we work to prevent youth homelessness across sussex and surrey and provide a home to 763 young people every night. we reach a further 10,000 young people and their families through our other key services, such as counselling, support and advice, mediation, and youth work, so that all young people can belong, contribute, and thrive. you can hear our inspiring .the role - full-time (37.5 hours per week) / permanent contractwe have an exciting new opportunity for a support project worker to join our enthusiastic and dynamic teams supporting young people aged 16-25 living within 24-hour supported accommodation services for those who have been, or are at risk, of homelessness. the projects offer high quality accommodation to 15 and 20 residents across two sites lansworth house and gareth stacey house in brighton & hove. you will support a caseload of young people or adults at risk, providing supported housing services and coaching them so they can articulate and achieve their aspirations and ambitions, and acquire the skills they need to live independent and fulfilling lives. you will also identify, map and encourage the growth of each resident assets, strengths and talents.in addition, you will coach young people to manage their occupancy agreement and adhere to house rules, in preparation for independent living, and promote a credit culture, encouraging young people to keep up to date with all payments for rent. the post holders will report to the deputy project manager and together we will develop this valuable service with residents and our partners from across the county. be a part of this amazing adventure with us.your expected working pattern will be monday to friday. your shifts will alternate weekly between two patterns. one will be from 8am to 4pm and the other will be from 2pm to 10pm.who you are - we know that there are great candidates who will not fit everything we have described below, or who have important skills we have not mentioned. if that is you, please do not hesitate to apply and tell us about yourself.you will be passionate about supporting young people to lead independent lives and ideally have some experience of working with a similar client group. the successful applicant will love being involved in the support and growth of young people and will be able to actively encourage residents into education, training and employment. you will be able to use your skills to ensure the progression of young people and have the will to learn about the key risks, challenges and opportunities for young people.the closing date for this role is midnight on 16 october 2022candidates will already have the right to live and work in the uk.if you would like any further information or an informal discussion about this post, please email ymca downslink group welcomes applications from all sections of the community. we value diversity and promote inclusion, which we demonstrate through our activities, as well as in our policies and working practices. reinforced by our culture and values, we seek to create an inspiring and inclusive place to work.ymca dlg requires all staff and volunteers to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and to respond proactively to safeguarding concerns. successful applicants are required to undertake an enhanced disclosure via the disclosure and barring service (dbs).for questions regarding this role or to request another application format: please email us at

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