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Young People's Supporter / Youth Support Worker
Young People's Supporter / Youth Support Worker
solihull,west-midlands
Nov 23, 2024
  • Hours Full Time
  • Salary 23000.00 - 23000.00 GBP Annual
  • Recruiter Shine
  • Closes 16 Jan 2024
  • Course No
  • Contract type Permanent
  • Recruiter Type Direct Employer
Description

Job Title: Young People's Supporter

Location: Solihull & Birmingham

Salary: 23,000 per annum

Job Type: Full time, Permanent

Sir Josiah Mason Trust

SJMT is a family of charities & community of people supporting those most in need in the West Midlands. SJMT want everyone, regardless of age or circumstances, to feel secure, have opportunities and to thrive.

About the role:

This is an exciting, brand-new post that will enable SJMT to directly deliver services to children and young people for the first time in over 60 years. Over the past 12 months, we have invested in independent research, involving young people, commissioners, and front-line workers in order to identify how we could respond to gaps in local provision whilst making a lasting impact on the lives of young people.

It is now time to bring that research to life and we are looking for an enthusiastic and passionate worker who will work alongside our Young Peoples Manager to pilot our new and innovative service.

You will provide direct support to care experienced young people referred into the Shine Project. Ensuring that young people are able to take ownership of their own support, maintain engagement and achieve good outcomes.

Key responsibilities:

Take day to day responsibility for updating assessments and plansProvide individual support to young peopleFacilitate group sessionsWork flexibly, including evenings and some weekendsGeneral Responsibilities:

Support young people to reflect on progress and achieve good outcomesIdentify, support and prepare young people to participate in other participation opportunities within the Shine Project, including mentoring and group workIdentify, support and prepare young people to participate in SJMT beyond the Shine Project to steer policy, plans and reportsHave the ability to support, challenge and actively involve young people, families or professionals appropriately and successfully support processes to match young people to volunteer mentorsAbout you:

You will need to be able to:

Work creatively and flexibilityBe values driven and offer relational supportBe available to young people to discuss worries, celebrate achievements and have positive impact on their lifeIdentify the needs of young people after referral and hold a caseload of young people who require intensive supportEngage young people, understand their starting points, and support them to take ownership of their hopes and plansKeep accurate records especially relating to the safety and wellbeing of young people and capturing their progress and achievementsWho are you?

A creative and determined individual who is passionate about doing the right thing for young people.You want to work with young people on their realities and recognise their feelings, strengths and choices.You have a strong sense of your own identity and want to reassure young people by building stable relationships based on acceptance, curiosity, and empathy.You believe in young people - and you want to empower young people to gain the skills and self-belief they need to redefine their futures.What we offer:

The Trust continues to reward its staff with competitive pay rates and a number of employee benefits including:

Starting on 31 days holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays (increases with service)An annual 'wellbeing' day for all staffCompany sick payPension schemeEmployee Assistance programmeLong service awardsFree onsite ParkingLife InsuranceOngoing career development trainingEqual Opportunities:

SJMT is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. It celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role.

Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Youth Persons Programme Manager, Young Persons Programme Manager, Mentoring Support Worker, Youth Development Worker, Youth Support Worker, Youth Mentor, Counsellor, Youth Project Manager, Youth Training & Development Worker, Youth Community Worker, Youth Support, Young Person's Mentor, Care Manager, Young Adult Support, Regional Care Home Manager, Care Supervisor, Care Support, Head Care Support Worker, Home Care Manager, Healthcare Manager, Care Support Manager, Care Worker, Care Support Supervisor, Care Assistant will also be considered for this role.

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