Young Persons Support Worker

2 weeks ago


Bridgend, Bridgend county borough, United Kingdom Bridgend County Borough Council Full time
30 hours per week
Ty mor
Glyn Cynffig
There is a growing awareness of the impact Adverse Childhood Experiences have on young people and the need for trauma informed services and approaches which take into account all aspects of their needs
Are you motivated, and committed to making a real difference to the lives of young people who have experienced trauma in their childhoods?
Are you looking to develop a career in social care and the opportunity to achieve qualifications?
Do you have good values, are outgoing with a fun loving and confident personality and the ability to work independently and as part of a team?
Do you want the opportunity to be part of a team developing and implementing a new service model which is the first of its kind in Wales?
If so, please read on as we want to hear from you.

Bridgend County Borough Council has developed a service in response to the need for additional support, therapeutic interventions and accommodation for young people (18+) with complex needs.

The service will assist each individual on their transitional pathway towards developing emotional resilience, independent life and living skills.
Staff will receive bespoke training and ongoing support in Applied Behavioural Analysis

The service specifically aims to meet the needs of a minimum of four young people aged 18-21 who have complex needs and for whom 'traditional' models of support and housing options are not suitable.

We will provide accommodation for up to four individuals and outreach support for an agreed period of time following move on.


We offer a range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees - click here to find out more.

Protecting children, young people or adults at risk is a core responsibility of all council employees.

Applicants should note that a criminal records check by the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) will be necessary for the successful applicant.

Closing Date: 9 August 2023

Job details:

Job reference

  • 15382
Date posted

  • 20/07/2023
Application closing date

  • 09/08/2023
Location

  • Bridgend County Borough
Salary
- £ £12.46 per hour Hours worked at night and weekends will attract an additional third of time (£ £ Nights - £ £20.47)

Contractual hours

  • Blank
Basis

  • Part time
Job category/type

  • Social Care
  • Adults/Children
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