Trauma-Informed Youth Housing Coach

The Training Brokers Ltd; Crawley; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization based in Crawley is looking for a Supported Housing Support Worker to join the team. This role involves coaching young residents on their paths to independent living, including managing housing agreements and promoting financial responsibility. Candidates should have experience in housing, support work, or working with at-risk youth, with strong communication skills. The position is full-time, with a salary of £27,770 per annum, based on a 37.5-hour workweek on a varied shift pattern.

Qualifications

• Experience in housing or support work with young people at risk.
• Knowledge of resources available for young people with complex needs.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries and safeguarding standards.

Responsibilities

• Coach young people in managing their occupancy agreement.
• Promote financial responsibility and knowledge of housing benefits.
• Build support plans with each resident to achieve individual goals.
• Maintain records of each young person’s journey and needs.
• Work collaboratively with a team to support young people's development.

Skills

Communication skills

Ability to build relationships

Conflict de-escalation

IT skills

Job description

A community support organization based in Crawley is looking for a Supported Housing Support Worker to join the team. This role involves coaching young residents on their paths to independent living, including managing housing agreements and promoting financial responsibility. Candidates should have experience in housing, support work, or working with at-risk youth, with strong communication skills. The position is full-time, with a salary of £27,770 per annum, based on a 37.5-hour workweek on a varied shift pattern.