Care and Support Specialist

4 weeks ago


Croydon, Greater London, United Kingdom Evolve Housing + Support Full time

We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Care and Support Specialist to join our team at Evolve Housing + Support. As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in providing practical and emotional support to vulnerable young people in our supported housing service in Croydon.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the needs and challenges faced by homeless young people and be able to provide person-centred support to help them regain their independence. You will work closely with our customers to identify their strengths, needs, and goals, and develop management plans to ensure their safety and well-being.

You will be required to support a caseload of at least 8 customers, providing them with opportunities to develop their skills and confidence, and promoting their involvement and co-production in their support plans. You will also work closely with external partners to access appropriate statutory and voluntary services.

A key part of the role is enabling customers to gain necessary support from other agencies, so you will need to be able to network and build relationships with those in other organisations. You will also be required to support and lead colleagues, using your existing knowledge and experience when appropriate.

We offer a range of benefits, including over 6 weeks holiday per annum, employee paid DBS checks, and a contributory pension scheme. If you are passionate about making a real difference in the lives of vulnerable young people, we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide person-centred support to vulnerable young people in our supported housing service
  • Work closely with customers to identify their strengths, needs, and goals
  • Develop management plans to ensure customer safety and well-being
  • Support customers to access appropriate statutory and voluntary services
  • Network and build relationships with external partners
  • Support and lead colleagues

Requirements:

  • Strong understanding of the needs and challenges faced by homeless young people
  • Ability to provide person-centred support
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends
  • Right to work in the UK


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