Young Person Independent Living Officer

Overview

Support vulnerable young people to achieve independence via assessments, safeguarding and mentorship.

Key Responsibilities

• resident coaching
• stakeholder management
• case management
• risk assessment
• work prioritisation
• tenancy support

Tasks

-ent.Coach and mentor residents using a strengths-based approach, promote education, training, and employment, and ensure adherence to MSV and Foyer policies and procedu -tes.Build strong relationships with internal teams, external partners, and statutory agencies to coordinate care, improve outcomes, and ensure effective service deliv -eds.Manage safeguarding cases, maintain accurate records, attend statutory meetings, and ensure timely updates to support plans, risk assessments, and case no -do;Conduct initial and comprehensive assessments for at-risk children and young people, providing direct support, crisis intervention, and referrals to appropriate services, including for mental health and neurodiversity ne -cticeManaging and prioritising a demanding work -ery.Guide residents through licence agreements, monitor rent and occupancy charges, support benefit access, and assist with move-on accommodation and tenancy sustainm

Requirements

• gcses
• mental health
• trauma-informed
• advocacy
• equality
• inclusion

What You Bring

.In addition, we are looking for candidates that have a passion to advocate on behalf of people and communitie -for;Good standard of education with minimum of 5 GCSE’s or equivalent at Grade C or above including Maths and Eng -mers.Experience of working with customers with Mental Health and Vulnerabil -itiesGood understanding of mental health and vulnerable customer needs of a knowledge of trauma informed pra -lish.Experience of advocacy on behalf of custo -r careerCommitment to Equality and Inclusion with employee network groups covering anti-racism, LGBTQ+, disability and long-term health conditions, carers, and me

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Benefits

At MSV Housing we’re committed to making sure our customers have good quality safe homes and our Young Person Independent Living Officer are key to making this happen. an do so.MSV are also committed to supporting you to balance work and life, including with any caring or parental responsibilities you might have, and have a range of flexible working options and wellbeing support available to all colleagues to facili load.We're committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all colleagues to share this commitment. As this job is based in a supported housing project for young people and children an enhanced criminal records background check (free of charge to you) is required. A criminal conviction does not necessarily stop you from working with us. All decisions regarding convictions will be made on a case-by-case basis. Further detail on our commitment to safeguarding young people can be found in our Safeguarding policy attached alongside this vacancy’s candidat e pack.We offer a range of great benefits in -half payHealth and Wellbeing Support including an employee assistance programme, free counselling, mental health first aiders and numerous wellbeing ini -ch more.Enhanced sick pay with up to 3 months full pay and 3 months -cluding:33 days holiday per year plus bank holidays, and a holiday a buy -scheme.Company pension scheme with up to 10% matched contr -ibutionsCompany funded access to a health cash plan, where you can claim back costs of everyday health treatments such as optical, dental and mu -tiativesLife assurance subject to being a member of our company pension -scheme.Learning and development to support you to develop the skills you need to fulfil your role and progress in you

About Msv Housing

-MSV offers a combination of traditional affordable rental housing with shared ownership and rent-to-buy purchase schemes. -Specialised independent living accommodation is provided for over-55s in multiple locations. -Tenants can access communal hubs offering life skills, community events, and mutual exchange services.

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Interview Process

-interviews scheduled to start on 8 december 2025. -interviews may be conducted throughout the recruitment process. -the role may be filled before the advertised interview date if a suitable candidate is found.

Security Clearance

-enhanced criminal records background check required (free of charge). -convictions will be considered on a case‑by‑case basis.