Youth Worker

As a Youth Worker, you'll work closely with young people in Liverpool, empowering them through guidance, support, and development programs. Your role will involve engaging with youth, providing mentorship, and addressing their needs while collaborating with families and local services to foster a supportive community.

Category: Non-Profit and Social Services - Youth and Family Services
Full-time

• £25,000 - £30,000 / Year

Closing Date: 2025-01-15
Location: Liverpool

• Create and lead recreational and development activities.
• Maintain open communication with families and guardians.
• Evaluate the social and emotional needs of youth.
• Document and report on progress and activities.
• Promote a culture of respect and inclusion.
• Attend training sessions and professional development opportunities.
• Participate in community outreach initiatives.

• Degree in Social Work, Youth Work, or a related field
• Relevant qualifications in youth work or counselling are advantageous
• Youth Engagement Experienced in designing and implementing youth engagement strategies.
• Crisis Intervention Skilled in crisis intervention techniques to support youth.
• Community Networking Strong networking skills to connect youth with community resources.
• Activity Planning Able to effectively plan and execute activities catered to youth and family needs.
• Empathy Adept at understanding and sharing the feelings of others.
• Communication Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Teamwork Skilled at working effectively within teams.
• Problem-solving Proficient in identifying and resolving issues that affect youth.
• Youth Work Certificate
• First Aid Certification
• English (Fluent)

• Knowledge of youth legislation: Familiarity with laws and regulations affecting youth work and services.
• Experience in advocacy: Proven ability to advocate for youth rights and needs within the community.

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous annual leave allowance
• Career advancement opportunities
• Employee assistance programmes

• Empowerment: We empower our youth and staff to make positive, impactful choices.
• Growth Mindset: Promoting a culture of continuous improvement and learning.
• Respect: We foster a culture of respect and understanding for all individuals.

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