Project Worker - Transitional Housing

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Project Worker to work holistically and a psychologically informed approach to support young people based in East Sussex. You will join us on a part-time, permanent basis, and in return, you will receive a competitive salary of £23,530 per annum (pro-rata) Working Hours: Monday to Friday 9am-5pmYMCA Downslink Group supported services provide safe accommodation and opportunities for young people who have been made, or are at risk of becoming, homeless. We offer a holistic support package and actively encourage residents into education, training, employment or voluntary work. We provide transitional housing for 132 young people aged 18 to 35, across 20 sites in Eastbourne, Hastings and Bexhill. As our Project Worker, you will work with the Projects Manager, Senior Project Worker and the wider housing team to provide effective day to day management of our community accommodation projects. This includes delivering one to one sessions and group work sessions to assist residents to develop personally and socially in order that they grow in confidence and move towards independence.Key responsibilities of our Project Worker include:Sharing responsibility for the effective day to day operation of all the projects within the local area, in accordance with the agreed policies and procedures.Ensuring that all residents receive an appropriate level of care, support and training according to their needs in a asset-based and outcomes-focused way.Carrying a case load of young people and to engage them in effective support planning, working towards tailored goals so they can work towards positive outcomes.Complying with all YMCA DLG policies and procedures, in particular Safeguarding Children and Adults, and Equality and Diversity, at all times and abide by the Code of ConductAttending appropriate continuing professional development and training events and be committed to team eventsSupporting with any other appropriate duties as directed by the Projects Manager Our ideal Project Worker will have:A good basic education including GCSEs or equivalentA relevant youth, housing or support work qualification is desirable but not essentialAn understanding of the needs of young homeless clients aged between 18-35 years.Experience of working in supported housing or in a residential settingGood administrative, numeric, organisational skills and computer literacy skillsThe position comes with excellent benefits, including 27 days annual leave per annum (plus bank holidays), a company sick pay scheme, a life assurance policy of 2x your annual salary, a health and wellbeing cash plan, and a cycle to work scheme. Please download a job pack for more information about other benefits offered.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.Please visit our website and go to the Work for Us page to view this vacancy. Please note that we do not accept CV's. All applications must be submitted by hitting the Apply for this Post found at the bottom of the vacancy on the YMCA website.Closing date for the Project Worker role: Friday 26th Novermber 2021YMCA 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).