Specialist Support Worker

Specialist Support Worker – Housing First for Youth Service
Location: Community-based - Greater Belfast area
Contract Type: Full-time and Part-time roles available
Driving Licence Required

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of vulnerable young people? Join our dynamic and innovative HFFY service, supporting a small group of Looked After Children aged 16–21 to live safely, independently, and with stability in the community.

As a Specialist Support Worker, you’ll deliver bespoke, person-centred interventions to young people with complex needs. You’ll work as part of a holistic, strengths-based team alongside Social Services and Mental Health professionals to provide 24/7 support that promotes resilience, independence, and wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build supportive relationships and respond sensitively to challenging situations.
• Coordinate and deliver tailored support packages.
• Promote independence through education, employment, and life skills.
• Support young people during episodes of poor mental health, substance use, or exploitation concerns.

Essential Criteria:

• Experience supporting Looked After Children or vulnerable adults through change.
• Background in mental health, substance use, or youth care.
• Strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Full driving licence (or alternative transport arrangements).
• NISCC registration (or willingness to register) and Access NI clearance.​​​​​​​

We’re looking for compassionate, resilient individuals who are committed to empowering young people in a non-judgmental, respectful, and professional manner.

​​​​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)