Youth Support Specialist

4 weeks ago

Kirkintilloch, East Dunbartonshire, United Kingdom CareTech UK Full time

Position: Youth Support Specialist

Location: Remote, Manual Driving License Required

Welcome Bonus: £500

Referral Bonus: £1000 for recommending a friend

About Us: CareTech UK is a leading provider of residential care services, dedicated to delivering exceptional support to young individuals in need.

With over 25 years of experience, we focus on providing tailored care that meets the unique needs of each young person.

Service Overview: Our facility is a spacious five-bedroom residence designed to create a nurturing environment. The home features two main communal areas: one for quiet reflection and another for social interaction, games, and entertainment.

Three of the five bedrooms are equipped with en-suite facilities and are designed to allow young people to personalize their living spaces.

Role Overview: This position offers the chance to join a committed and trauma-informed team, working directly with young individuals facing various challenges stemming from their past experiences.

As a Youth Support Specialist, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the lives of young people. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Engaging positively and respectfully with all young individuals to foster strong relationships and encourage personal achievements.
  • Collaborating with team members to address the social, emotional, educational, and mental health needs of the young people.
  • Encouraging young individuals to participate in household tasks to develop essential self-care skills.
  • Documenting progress through review reports, risk assessments, and contributions to care plans.
  • Coordinating with parents and partner organizations to ensure the best interests of the young people are prioritized.

Ideal Candidate: The successful candidate will possess:

  • A solid understanding of the developmental needs and milestones of young individuals.
  • Experience working with children and families.
  • A valid driving license.
  • Strong communication skills to build positive relationships with young people, parents, and professionals.
  • Ability to produce clear and concise written documentation and verbally present information effectively.
  • Capability to remain calm and objective in challenging situations.
  • Relevant qualifications such as HNC in Social Care, SVQ Level 3 in Care, or a willingness to pursue these qualifications.

Benefits: We offer a comprehensive range of training programs to support your professional growth, including:

  • Fully paid induction program.
  • Specialized training tailored to the role of a Youth Support Specialist.
  • Therapeutic crisis intervention training to assist young individuals in managing their emotions during crises.
  • Access to the Blue Light Benefits Program with a Blue Light Card.
  • Child protection training.
  • Relax Kids training.
  • Attachment and trauma training.
  • A full suite of e-learning modules for continuous development.

In recognition of our dedicated staff, we provide an attractive benefits package, including:

  • Full-time contract.
  • Competitive salary.
  • Free PVG check.
  • Pension scheme.
  • Complimentary training.
  • Paid induction.

Note: Due to the nature of this role, all Youth Support Specialists will be required to undergo a Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) check by Disclosure Scotland, with CareTech covering the associated costs.

All application data will be used solely for recruitment purposes within CareTech UK.

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