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Job description

The Project Worker will work to enable young people to access a range of fun activities within their own home or their local area on a one-to-one basis. It may be attending a local youth club, educational play such as arts and crafts or supporting the young people in sporting or other social/leisure activities. Please see employer website for full job details & person specification.

Responsibilities

• To provide a flexible, localised service to meet the needs of the children/young people and their families.
• To provide transport (where possible) to enable young people to participate in local activities.
• To provide support with behaviours and personal care as identified through assessment.
• To deliver and evaluate programmes of social outreach to meet identified individual needs.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• An RQF/NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent in Health & Social Care or 5 GCSEs A-C including English Language, or equivalent qualification in relevant field, And Minimum of 6 months’ paid experience in a caring role providing direct care.
• Or 2 years paid experience in a caring role providing direct care and support to individuals And be willing to complete RCF/NVQ Level 2 certificate in Health & Social Care within 18 months of appointment.
• Proficiency in IT skills, specifically Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, MS Teams, Zoom. Ability to work independently with good organisational, communication & interpersonal skills.

Further Information

Location: Western Health & Social Care Trust Area, to be confirmed.