Job Description

You will make a difference by:

-Maintaining effective working relationships and channels of communications with colleagues and with young people and families and where necessary encourage and promote involvement to achieve positive outcomes.

-Being alert to child protection and safeguarding issues and inform appropriate line managers of concerns in line with safeguarding policies and procedures.

-Participating in regular supervision sessions and practice meetings to maintain a cohesive approach and undertake training as identified.

-Maintaining the hygiene and the cleanliness of all working areas, internal and external. Including kitchen and bathroom areas

-Ensuring familiarity and compliance with relevant Action for Children policies and procedures and work as part of the Dundee Youth Housing Service team

-Working towards GIRFEC outcome and comply with Health and Social Care Standards and the SSSC Code of conduct

-Enabling young people to develop independent living skills and sustain tenancy.

The way we work

We work to make sure every child and young person has the love, support and opportunity they need to reach their potential. If you share the same vision, we want you to join our team. Have a look at our behaviours and values to understand more about the way we work here.
 

Rewards

We want our employees to feel valued and rewarded for the vital work they do. When you work with us, we'll recognise your efforts with generous annual leave, a comprehensive employer-matched pension scheme and a range of deals and discounts on our dedicated benefits portal. Find out more about our exclusive Action for Children benefits here.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

-Knowledge and awareness of methods of prevention of homeless intervention. -Knowledge of the issues and barriers facing young adults who may at times lead chaotic lives. -Knowledge of disabilities and how this affects individuals. -A driving license and use of a car is desirable -Are qualified to or willing to undertake SVQ3 Social Care.