Accommodation Project Worker

at  YMCA Trinity Group

YMCA Trinity Group – Accommodation ‘Inspiring communities, transforming young lives’
Permanent Vacancy Support Work- Accommodation Project Worker
Job Reference IPS-APW-0724
Location YMCA Trinity Group – Based at YMCA Trinity Group sites in Ipswich.

Skills and Experience In summary, successful applicants will have the following qualities:

• Experience working with children and young adults, preferably in a care or support role.
• Understanding of the principles of safeguarding and child protection
• Have a good understanding of partnership working and experience of working with young people
• Be a team player who works well under pressure.
• Ability to work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to maintain excellent client records & an ability to liaise with external agencies.
• An understanding of current mental health issues
• Able to manage challenging behaviour.
• Basic IT skills for record-keeping and communication

Please download the Job Description in full in the Job Advert on our website.

• A driving license and access to own car with business insurance is an essential requirement of this role

About Us YMCA Trinity Group strives to create a fulfilling and enjoyable place to work; we know how staff & volunteers feel directly translates to the quality of service & care we give our clients, and we also recognise the crucial role each of us plays in helping to fulfil our Mission.
Job Role Our accommodation team support and work with young people aged 16 to 18 years old. As a Accommodation Project Workers assist and interact with residents to ensure they have basic life skills to enable them to develop the necessary skills to support the successful resettlement.

Skills and Experience In summary, successful applicants will have the following qualities:

• Experience working with children and young adults, preferably in a care or support role.
• Understanding of the principles of safeguarding and child protection
• Have a good understanding of partnership working and experience of working with young people
• Be a team player who works well under pressure.
• Ability to work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to maintain excellent client records & an ability to liaise with external agencies.
• An understanding of current mental health issues
• Able to manage challenging behaviour.
• Basic IT skills for record-keeping and communication.

Please download the Job Description in full in the Job Advert on our website.

• A driving license and access to own car with business insurance is an essential requirement of this role.

In accordance with safer recruitment processes many of the roles we recruit for require successful candidates to undertake an appropriate criminal record background check. If an offer of work is accepted, YMCA Trinity Group will facilitate these checks on behalf of our staff and volunteers via the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Days and hours This post is contracted for 40 Hours, working a 7-day rota on 2-week rotation of earlies and late Shifts. Working one weekend every month.

Salary and Benefits Salary is £25,604.80, plus additional benefits include.

• 5 weeks holiday plus public holiday allowance (Pro rata for part time staff)
• Competitive rates of pay and pension.
• DBS Check Facilitated / Cost Paid
• Induction programme and on the job training opportunities
• Regular supervisions
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Opportunities for career development and progression.
• Comprehensive training and induction program.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

Closing date We shortlist applications on a regular basis, therefore early application is advised. We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy when roles are filled.

Contact Us If you would like to discuss this role further, we would love to hear from you! Please contact our Deputy Accommodation Manager Elijah Owusu-Ansah Email Elijah.OwusuAnsah@ymcatrinity.org.uk/recruitment@ymcatrinity.org.uk

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Additional Information Please note YMCA Trinity Group does not have a sponsored Licence to recruit non-UK workers and therefore all candidates are expected to be able to work in the UK.
In accordance with safer recruitment processes many of the roles we recruit for require successful candidates to undertake an appropriate criminal record background check. If an offer of work is accepted, YMCA Trinity Group will facilitate these checks on behalf of our staff and volunteers via the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Unless stated otherwise, we do require an application form, completed in full, should you wish to be considered for a role with YMCA Trinity Group. Applications are scored against the relevant job description. CV’s will not be considered as an application, merely an expression of interest.
Occasionally we fill a role sooner than expected, we reserve the right to withdraw vacancies before an advertised closing date. Early application is advised. An email will be sent to confirm receipt of applications, please contact us if you have a problem submitting your application.