Youth Worker

2 weeks ago


Livingston, United Kingdom Diversified Full time

**YOUTH WORKER - TOGETHER PROJECT**

**Who we are...**

Diversified is Scotland's only autistic youth-led charity supporting autistic and neurodivergent 10 to 18 year olds in West Lothian. We welcome young people with or without a formal diagnosis. We are the first charity in Scotland exclusively designed and led by those who are neurodivergent themselves, giving a unique insight into the challenges young people face and the support we can give them. Diversified supports a maximum of 12 young people at any one time in our hub.
- **As part of our core ethos, we want to ensure autistic people are given the opportunity to thrive in the workplace, so applicants who are autistic will be given priority over those who aren’t.**_

**Why we need you...**

We are looking for part time Youth Workers x2 to join us for our social group, Together Project.

Our Together Project aims to address the isolation that many neurodivergent young people and their families experience. The project encompasses support for parent/carers as well as young people to strengthen relationships and understanding of neurodivergence.

The Together Project has been designed by autistic young people for autistic young people and focuses on providing fun and engaging social activities, outings and events.

**When and where...**

**What you will be doing...**
- Helping to set up sessions and pack away at the end
- Develop positive relationships with young people, their parents/carers and other staff/volunteers within the group
- Support young people with their activities and engagement with others in the group to promote and encourage friendships and achievement.
- Be a listening ear so young people feel supported and valued

**Qualities, skills and experience we are looking for...**
- Passionate about embracing neurodivergence and empowering neurodivergent young people
- Patient and understanding of individual needs
- Ability to work as part of a fun but dedicated team
- Good listening skills and the desire to learn more about the young people's interests
- You must be part of, or willing to join, the PVG scheme for this role (you will not need to pay for this) - **ESSENTIAL**

**Support and training provided...**
- Full induction will be given, including training required for the role
- Dedicated supervision and support from our management team
- We provide our organisations t-shirt/hoodie to wear during the sessions

**Why join us...**
- Gain experience of working with incredible neurodivergent young people and supporting them to improve their skills and connections with others
- Gain experience of working within an autistic designed and led organisation, gaining insight into lived experiences of neurodivergence
- Be part of our fun, supportive and passionate team

**What else do you need to know...**
- Whilst we are able to make reasonable adjustments, you will need to be able to work independently.

**CLOSING DATE - 31st May 2024**

**INTERVIEWS HELD W/C - 3rd June 2024**

**Job Types**: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: £12.00 per hour

Expected hours: 6 per week

**Benefits**:

- Free parking
- On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Livingston, EH54 6QF: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 31/05/2024


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