At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young people at risk by delivering tailored interventions and building positive relationships.
- Company: Join a dedicated team making a real difference in Cardiff.
- Benefits: Competitive pay of £16.62 per hour and flexible working hours.
- Other info: Opportunity for impactful work with excellent career development.
- Why this job: Empower youth to make positive choices and reduce offending behaviour.
- Qualifications: Experience with at-risk youth and knowledge of the Youth Justice system.
The predicted salary is between 16.62 - 16.62 £ per hour.
This is a rewarding opportunity to work with children and young people aged 10-17 who have offended or are at risk of entering the criminal justice system. You will play a key role in delivering targeted interventions, helping young people make positive choices and reduce the risk of offending and anti-social behaviour.
As a Prevention Worker, you will:
- Undertake assessments of young people referred to the Youth Justice Prevention Team.
- Develop and deliver tailored intervention plans to address offending and anti-social behaviour.
- Build positive, supportive relationships with young people and their families.
- Work collaboratively with partner agencies to achieve the best outcomes.
- Participate in occasional evening and weekend work as required.
We are looking for someone who has:
- Experience working with vulnerable, disaffected or at-risk children and young people.
- Knowledge of the Youth Justice or Criminal Justice system.
- Understanding of restorative justice and restorative approaches.
- Experience completing assessments and delivering targeted intervention plans.
- Excellent communication, relationship-building and organisational skills.
- The ability to manage a varied caseload and work effectively within a multi-agency environment.
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