Do you have a positive approach to work and enjoy the challenge of a busy role?
We have an opportunity for you: Youth Support Worker in Team EPIC, the innovative Youth Crime Prevention Service.
The successful candidate must have experience working with young people who present highly challenging behaviours, which at times can be very stressful, and be prepared to work flexibly as the core delivery periods will include evenings and some weekends.
The role aims to prevent young people from entering the criminal justice system and further offending. The post will cover the local authority area of Doncaster, focusing on all aspects of EPIC’s work within communities and schools, supporting young people with an emphasis on holding a one-to-one caseload to mentor for structured periods. Additionally, you will support the team in increasing the range of positive activities available for at-risk young people to reduce anti-social behaviour in areas of high deprivation.
You will provide a combination of positive recreational activities and educational development, supporting young people to achieve tangible outcomes—such as increasing their life skills, transforming their behaviour, gaining qualifications, re-engaging with education, and moving closer to the labour market.
EPIC contributes to the wider goals of the City, tackling Child Exploitation, and supporting young people and families. Candidates with experience working with young people who have been exploited are encouraged to apply.
The successful candidate will have a proven track record of working independently on a one-to-one basis with young people, supporting them to change their behaviours and acquire new skills. Experience working with other professionals to support the best outcomes for young people is essential. Our programme of support includes important topics such as community cohesion, police activities, and ambitions for success. The successful candidate will be required to work to many competing deadlines, produce timely reports, and detailed case studies.
You will bring skills in engaging and building positive relationships with young people in various ways, the ability to work as a team to enhance the delivery of our programmes, organizational skills, and a can-do attitude. Enthusiasm, innovative ideas, and a passion for improving the lives of young people through positive activities and learning are essential.
In return for your hard work and dedication, we offer you the chance to be part of a great team dedicated to ensuring that all people in Doncaster thrive. You will also have access to a variety of attractive employee benefits, including competitive leave entitlement, a generous local government pension scheme, a wide range of well-being support, and development opportunities. You will also have access to a range of staff discounts and benefits schemes. More information on the benefits available to you as a City of Doncaster Council employee can be found in the attached benefits book.
To apply, please click the Apply Now link below.
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