NEET Support Key Worker

JOB PURPOSE To provide intensive mentoring support to young people and adults aged 16 - 29 years in accessing and maintaining a positive destination into employment, education and training.. DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES To undertake outreach activity to access and provide support to unemployed young adults in particular those 'hard to reach' and far from the labour market. Support young adults to access appropriate support agencies Support young adults to access education, employment and training and offering one to one practical support from the point of engagement through the application and enrolment stage and whilst on a programme. Working closely with providers and partner organisations to ensure that they understand and meet the needs of the participants Liaise with providers in inspiring and motivating participants within a structured environment. Work with a caseload of young adults including recording of support interventions, progress and monitoring around progressions Work closely with colleagues to ensure a clear plan to address individual participant needs is in place. Mentor and work closely with participants to ensure access and engagement with support provision that is put in place. Make use of ICT for the recording of any interventions with participants, opportunity providers and support organisationsConnect2Dudley is a trading style of Dudley & Kent Commercial Services LTD - A joint venture between Dudley Metropolitan Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dudley is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates