Youth Justice Service Turnaround Project Worker, 37 hpw United Kingdom
Job description
Youth Justice Service Turnaround Project Worker, 37 hpw
(Youth Justice Service, South Tyneside Council)
£29,439 pa
Fixed Term contract until 31 March 2025
We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, enthusiastic and experienced individual to work across South Tyneside as part of the Youth Justice Turnaround programme. The Programme is based on the principles of Supporting Families and Early Help framework facilitating a whole family approach to crime prevention, where young people are on the cusp of entering the Youth Justice system and require early intervention to prevent escalation into statutory services.
The overall aim of the programme is to achieve positive outcomes for children and families with the goal of preventing them going on to offend by improving the socio-emotional, mental health and wellbeing of children, while building on multi agency service links to support them.
You will produce thorough assessments and implement multi-agency support plans using evidence-based interventions. The post holder must have case management and Lead Professional experience. Direct work with young people and a proven ability to achieve outcomes within a multi-agency context are essential.
For detailed information on this role, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification. Please ensure you refer to the essential and desirable criteria detailed in the Person Specification when completing your application as they are used to select candidates for interview.
For further information or informal discussion please contact:
Michael Edwards Interim Team Manager on (0191) 4272850 or [email protected]
We offer an excellent benefits package and further information is available here - www.southtyneside.gov.uk/workinghere
South Tyneside Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought along with other relevant pre-employment checks.
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Closing date: Noon, 19 May 2023
Interviews are to take place week commencing 5 June 2023
