Speciaist Support Worker (Casework)

Job description

Job ref: SSW/0626 Job type: Temporary Quantity of Posts Available: 1 Closing date: Friday 26 Jun 2026 16:00 Job summary This is a unique opportunity to make a real difference, helping care-experienced young people aged 16+ live safely and independently within their community through Housing First support. You will provide 24/7 tailored support that promotes stability, resilience, and long-term independence, delivering flexible, person-centred interventions that help young people move forward from homelessness and build positive futures. This role is varied and rewarding, supporting young people through challenges such as mental health, substance misuse, social isolation, tenancy sustainment, education, and developing life skills for independent living. This vacancy is a 9-month fixed-term contract with possibility of extension In this role, you will: Provide direct, holistic and strength-based support to young people, working in partnership with Social Services, Mental Health professionals, and external agencies. Build trusting relationships, supporting young people through complex and challenging situations while empowering them to manage their tenancy, finances, and personal development goals. Deliver outcome-focused support plans, risk assessments, and tenancy sustainment support to help young people maintain safe, stable homes and progress towards independence. What we're looking for: Experience of supporting vulnerable young people or adults, particularly in areas such as mental health, substance misuse, homelessness, or independent living support. Strong communication, organisational and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment. Commitment to a non-judgmental, person-centred and harm-minimisation approach. A full current driving licence or, if a disability prevents driving, an alternative means of transport to fulfil the duties of the role. About Us At Simon Community, our values define who we are and how we support those in need. We are: Non-judgmental in every interaction Supportive, meeting people where they are Trustworthy, building relationships based on respect Dedicated to ending homelessness and improving lives Why Join Simon Community? We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Pension Scheme Employer-Funded Healthcare (Benenden Health & Health Shield) Death in Service Benefit Generous Annual Leave Free Access NI Check Occupational Sick Pay Health & Wellbeing Initiatives Learning & Development Opportunities Management Development Programmes Long Service Recognition Blue Light Card (exclusive discounts) Accredited as a Great Place to Work (2024) To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process click the Apply button below to Login/Register.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Belfast

Type of Contract

Temporary full-time jobs

Salary indication

£28,000 Per Month

Published at

13-06-2026

Profession type

Health / Medical

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English