Project Worker - OLAC

Project Worker - OLAC
Burgess Hill, Crawley & Horsham
37.5 hours per week
Fixed term contract until 31st March 2018
£21,119 per annum

We are recruiting a full time Project Worker to work within our intensive supported housing projects that provide housing to Older Looked After Children aged 16 - 18 years old, with support needs. 

The role will include key-working individuals, as well as engaging the young people who live within the project and supporting them to develop socially, personally and spiritually in order that they may grow in confidence and independence.

Experience working with a similar client group and an understanding of the needs and challenges posed by these young people is essential. Experience delivering group work sessions is desirable. 

This role will include working evenings, some weekends and providing 2 sleep-in covers per week. 

The role is currently funded until 31 March 2018, but there is the possibility of extension.

Due to this role being based in Burgess Hill, but involving regular travel to Crawley & Horsham, it is essential that you hold a valid driving license and have access to your own transport.

YMCA DownsLink Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

Successful applicants are required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) 

Closing date for applications: Wednesday 26th July 2017 at 9am

Interviews date: To be confirmed

Please download an application pack from YMCA DownsLink Group, www.ymcadlg.org/vacancies/, or email recruitment@ymcadlg.org or contact the Human Resources Department at 47 Church Road, Hove, BN3 2BE, tel. 01273 222595.