25 hours per week
Temporary up to March 2025 with a view to extend
There is a growing awareness of the impact Adverse Childhood Experiences have on young people and the need for trauma informed services and approaches which take into account all aspects of their needs
Are you motivated, and committed to making a real difference to the lives of young people who have experienced trauma in their childhoods?
Are you looking to develop a career in social care and the opportunity to achieve qualifications?
Do you have good values, are outgoing with a fun loving and confident personality and the ability to work independently and as part of a team?
If so, please read on as we want to hear from you……..
Bridgend County Borough Council has developed a service in response to the need for additional support, therapeutic interventions and accommodation for young people (18+) with complex needs. The service will assist each individual on their transitional pathway towards developing emotional resilience, independent life and living skills.
Staff will receive bespoke training and ongoing support in Applied Behavioural Analysis
The service specifically aims to meet the needs of a minimum of four young people aged 18-21 who have complex needs and for whom ‘traditional’ models of support and housing options are not suitable. We will provide accommodation for up to four individuals and outreach support for an agreed period of time following move on.
The ability to greet customers through the medium of Welsh is a requirement for this post.
Protecting children, young people or adults at risk is a core responsibility of all council employees.
Criminal records check by the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) is a requirement for this post.
Night Duties, Sleeping In, Weekend Working, are a requirement of this post.
Closing Date: 16 October 2024
Benefits to working at Bridgend County Borough Council
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