Youth Support Worker - Crumlin Youth Centre

Education Authority Northern Ireland • Crumlin, MI

7h

About The Position

To work directly with young people to develop their social education by providing programmes of activities. This post is for staff appointed to undertake key duties, under the direction of a Worker-in-Charge.

Requirements

• EA Youth Service Youth Support Worker qualification OR OCN level 2 Introduction to Youth Work (or equivalent or higher)
• A minimum of six months experience (paid or unpaid) of working in a youth work setting.
• Willingness to undertake job related training as and when required.
• Demonstrable knowledge of the following: NI Youth Work Curriculum, Department of Education Child Protection regulations, Issues affecting young people particularly in relation to their health and wellbeing
• Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with young people
• Evidence of how your experience and approach to work reflect EA’s ethos and values. You will find information about our Values here.

Responsibilities

• To work directly with young people to develop their social education by providing programmes of activities, related to the ‘Model for Effective Practice’.
• Ensuring 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.
• Enable young people to work effectively in groups.
• Challenge oppressive behaviour in young people.
• Provide information and support to young people.
• Encourage young people to broaden their horizons and be active citizens.
• Support young people in evaluating youth work activities and the impact of youth work on their development.
• Support young people in their understanding of risk and challenge and in taking action to address key issues in their lives.
• Implement the unit’s Child Protection Policy and work with young people to safeguard their welfare and the welfare of others.
• Carry out administrative duties within the unit, under the direction of the Line Manager.
• To carry out such duties, as may be assigned by the Line Manager, within the level of the post.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees