“Early Break is a young people and family charity that believes excellence at all points of delivery is a requirement. If you take pride in your work, are hardworking, want to be professionally challenged and are passionate to make a difference in the lives of others then our organisation could well suit you. We have a strong set of values determined by staff which we continuously work towards. It is our shared expectation our staff will be “professionally curious” both in their delivery and ongoing professional development.” Vicky Maloney, CEO
Key Focus
To provide individual and bespoke support to young people/adults at risk of homelessness and signpost to appropriate services to meet the clients needs.
You will help to prevent homelessness and support people to create self-determined outcomes that will lead to sustained positive change through the creation of support plans, innovative interventions and a coaching style approach.
(The role is part of the wider Pathfinder work across Greater Manchester)
Key Deliverables
- Deliver wrap-around, trauma informed support to young people within the community and their own independent tenancies
- Prepare and develop individually tailored support plans, achieve outcomes in accordance with contractual Key Performance Indicators
- Perform robust assessments of referrals for the service to ensure the service is provided to those that meet the eligibility criteria
- Maintain accurate, up to date records on the case management system against individual support plans, safety plans and outcomes information
- Liaise with local specialist services to facilitate access to support including: locally based offers, Criminal Justice services, health services, employment and training agencies
- Ensure that individuals have an understanding of financial management in preparation for independent living, including focus on rent payment and budget creation
- Build relationships with landlords, housing agencies and local housing teams
- Complete dynamic risk assessments and maintain own safety by following lone working procedures
- Adhere to good practice Safeguarding procedures to ensure the wellbeing of vulnerable people.
Key information
- Employer: Early Break
- Locations: Oldham, Rochdale
- Role Type: Permanent
- Working Hours: Full-Time
- Working Hours Per Week: 37
To apply for this role:
Further information and application form can be found at https://earlybreak.co.uk/early-break-jobs#job-vacancies Please email recruitment@earlybreak.co.uk or call 0161 723 3880 if you would like to discus the role in more detail.