Youth Worker

Description:

Join a well-established Housing Association in a fulfilling role that truly makes a difference to young people's lives, with immediate start in a 4–5-week temporary contract with the possibility of extension. This Youth Mentor position offers the chance to support young people aged 16–25 in supported accommodation across Dudley, helping them build independence, sustain their tenancy, and work towards moving into their own home.
You’ll be delivering one-to-one support, acting as a key worker and helping young people create support plans focused on education, employment, budgeting, wellbeing, life skills and tenancy responsibilities. This is a rewarding role for someone who values person-centred support, safeguarding, positive engagement and helping young people live confidently and independently.
We’d love to hear from anyone with a background as a Youth Mentor, Youth Worker, Support Worker, Housing Support Officer, or experience in supported housing, safeguarding, social care, education, employment support or working with vulnerable young people in a similar setting, especially if you're passionate about helping young people progress and live independently.
The role is offering the following benefits:

36 hours per week
Temporary contract with the possibility of extension
A meaningful role where you’ll directly support young people to build independence
A supportive, community-focused working environment 
As a Youth Mentor, you will be:

Working one-to-one with young people to assess their needs, risks and personal goals
Creating support plans and helping with education, employment, budgeting, wellbeing and life skills
Supporting young people with tenancy responsibilities including rent, behaviour and property care
Liaising with external agencies including family members, support services and housing providers
Keeping records updated and managing safeguarding concerns appropriatelyI’d love to speak to anyone who has:

Experience working with young people or vulnerable individuals
An understanding of support work, housing, safeguarding or tenancy sustainment
Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive, professional relationships
An organised and proactive approach, with confidence managing challenging situations
Good record-keeping skills and the ability to work in line with safeguarding and confidentiality proceduresKey requirements for this Youth Mentor role:

Experience supporting young people aged 16–25 or vulnerable individuals
A good understanding of safeguarding, risk management and support planning
The ability to work flexibly, including evenings until 9pm and some weekends
Enhanced DBSThis role is offering an hourly rate of £18 (Via Umbrella).
Travel & Location
This role is based in Dudley, supporting young people within supported accommodation across the local area. Dudley is well connected across the West Midlands, with access to nearby routes including the A4123, A461 and M5, making travel across local services and accommodation schemes straightforward.
If this Youth Mentor role sounds like your next opportunity, please apply now or contact Niamh on (phone number removed)