Support Officer

Support Officer Contract
£13.50-£15.50
Neath Port Talbot

Are you passionate about supporting young people and helping them build a more independent future?

BRC Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Support Officer to a well-established organisation, supporting young people who are experiencing homelessness
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced support professional to make a genuine difference.

What you will do

As a Support Officer, you will provide housing-related support to young people, helping them develop the skills and confidence they need to live independently and successfully manage their accommodation.
Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing a caseload of young people and providing person-centred support
• Building positive, trusting relationships with service users
• Supporting young people with independent living and tenancy-related skills
• Helping individuals work towards agreed goals and positive outcomes
• Supporting young people to maintain their accommodation
• Liaising with partner agencies and other professionals involved in a young person's support
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date case records and support plans
• Identifying risks and responding appropriately to safeguarding concerns

We are particularly interested in candidates who are compassionate, resilient, organised and genuinely committed to helping young people achieve positive outcomes.
Requirements

• Previous experience in a support, housing or similar role
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage a caseload and prioritise your workload
• Enhanced DBS
• Driver with access to a vehicle

Interested?
If you have the experience and are available for, we'd love to hear from you.
Call Neelam or Emily in the Cardiff Office