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Job description

The post-holder is responsible for the effective development and delivery of the Community Service for adults and children and young people, within a designated geographical area, through the management and coordination of volunteers. The post-holder will provide direct service to adults and children and young people where matters are complex and / or advocacy services are required. Please see employer website for full job details & person specification..

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the delivery of Service to adults and young victims to the agreed standards and in line with relevant legislation and when necessary, provide cover to ensure service delivery
• Provide advice and assistance to other volunteer coordinators and volunteers for queries relating to young victims referred to the Community Service (i.e. resources, signposting etc)
• Recruit, induct and develop volunteers to deliver service to young victims in liaison with the Volunteer Development Officer and Learning & Development Manager

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Achieved A level standard or above with a minimum 2 years experience of providing support to vulnerable service users including children and young people
• Or A minimum of 5 years experience of providing support to vulnerable service users including children and young people

Desirable Skills

• Experience of working in the Northern Ireland Criminal Justice sector would be advantageous
• A relevant youth worker qualification or equivalent