Youth Justice Prevention Worker
Job Summary
Contract Type:
Fixed Term
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
23/03/2023
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 06/04/2023 22:59
Salary:
£32,020 - £35,411 per annum
Hours per week:
37 hours per week
Job Category:
Social Care - Children Service
Employment Location:
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Further Information
Newcastle Youth Justice Service is seeking to appoint two highly motivated, enthusiastic, and experienced individuals to work 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.
This is a fixed term 2-year contract
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 an informal discussion please contact Knox Walton Team Manager on 01912777377
As this post involves working with children, vulnerable adults or dealing with sensitive information, written references will be taken up and made available to interviewers before the final selection stage; even if you indicate otherwise.
We are strongly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure and a range of other recruitment checks.
Please note, all fixed term posts are available for secondment, for a secondment you must gain your managers approval prior to applying.
Apply online at www.northeastjobs.org.uk, select 'Apply Now' and complete our online application form.
Please note
This job is closed for applications.