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Job description

MACS provides 24/7 supported housing for young people leaving care who are aged between 16 and 21. Young people can live with us for up to 2 years before moving into the community. Youth Housing Case Workers provide individualised support for our young people, based on support planning ongoing assessment / review and keeping safe were appropriate.

Responsibilities

• To provide Holistic Support (on a one to one and group basis) to all young people accessing the service.
• To identify Support Plans in partnership with Young People and Professionals/Service were appropriate.
• To maintain and review accurate and up to date records of support provided to Young People.
• To provide practical 'hands on' support to assist Young People with all areas of managing tenancy including life skills and emphasising the importance of being a good neighbour. Workers will liaise and advocate with Housing Executive/Housing Associat
• Comprehensively plan (with Young People and key agencies) and participate in the decision making relating to the move-in and move-on from MACS.
• To provide information, advice and assistance on claiming benefits and on accessing other relevant agencies and services.
• To proactively maintain a waiting list, prioritising waiting list and providing fortnightly telephone support.
• Identify need for group work opportunities, creating and facilitating groups to enhance personal and social development.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• 1 years’ experience of working with young people or Degree in Social Work, Youth and Community Work or similar and 6 months experience of working with young people.
• Experience of assessing risk and safety planning in order to keep young people safe.
• Experience of assessing need and support planning for young people.
• To work within the ethos, culture and values of MACS.
• A full, current driving licence with access to a car, insured for business use is required to meet the requirements of the post in full.

Desirable Skills

• Experience of working in supported housing or similar environment.

Application Information

Please see attached Job Description and Person specification for essential skills and knowledge required for the post and submit your CV via the MACS GETGOT portal https://macsni.getgotjobs.co.uk/