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Job description

THE EMPLOYER IS: LAGMORE YOUTH PROJECT As a Trainee Youth Support Worker, you will be assisting with the unit programme and the implementation of organisational policies. You will be working directly with young people to develop their personal and social development through providing interesting and engaging programmes of activities. This post is for staff appointed to undertake duties under the direction of a Worker in Charge or nominated Youth Support Worker.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the planning and implementation of programmes, related to the ‘Model for Effective Practice’.
• Ensure that young people play an active role in the youth group and work towards a model of youth participation.
• Communicate effectively and develop a rapport with young people.
• Assist in the development of relationships with the wider community and external agencies.
• Assist young people to express and realise their goals.
• Challenge oppressive behaviour in young people.
• Provide information and support to young people.
• Support young people in evaluating youth work activities and the impact of youth work on their development.
• Implement the unit’s Child Protection Policy and work with young people to safeguard their welfare and the welfare of others.
• Assist with administrative duties within the unit.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Have a minimum of 6 months’ experience of youth work in a paid or voluntary capacity.

Desirable Skills

• Communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be able to support individual young people and work with groups.
• Demonstrate a knowledge of issues affecting young people particularly in relation to personal and social development.
• We are looking for someone who is motivated, enthusiastic and confident.

Further Information

The Employer is: LAGMORE YOUTH PROJECT JobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information - Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week. - Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach. - Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment. The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on 0800 001 5782.