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Youth Support Specialist

3 months ago

Ilford, Greater London, United Kingdom Barnardos Full time

Are you dedicated to enhancing the lives of young individuals?

Do you possess the ability to connect with a diverse group of children and adolescents, assisting them in improving their mental health and overall wellbeing?

Are you in search of a position that promotes a healthy work-life balance and offers flexible working hours?

Barnardo's, in collaboration with NHS Oxford Health Trust, is on the lookout for qualified and driven full or part-time Youth Support Specialists to become part of a newly launched initiative in Wiltshire. These specialists will collaborate with the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) to provide non-clinical assistance to children and young people, which includes:

  • Performing wellbeing evaluations and creating tailored support strategies
  • Offering individual and group support for wellbeing (up to 8 sessions)
  • Facilitating social prescribing and community navigation
  • Providing support within community and educational settings
  • Delivering advice and guidance, including self-help resources

This position presents a unique chance to work as a Barnardo's employee, under an honorary NHS contract, contributing to the wellbeing of the youth in the community. Youth Support Specialists will be flexible and responsive to the needs of children and young people, providing assistance in various locations throughout Wiltshire. The CAMHS offices are situated in multiple areas; successful candidates will be assigned a primary work zone to minimize travel.

Candidate Profile:

Essential Qualifications:

  • A qualification in a relevant field such as Youth Work, Psychology, Education, Social Care, or an equivalent.
  • A willingness to undertake Social Prescribing – Learning for Link Workers Training.

Required Experience:

  • Proven experience working with children, young people, and families in mental health or social care environments.
  • Demonstrated ability to conduct assessments, develop support plans, and advocate for vulnerable individuals.

Knowledge Requirements:

  • Understanding of child and adolescent mental health challenges, including common disorders and symptoms.
  • Familiarity with safeguarding protocols to ensure the welfare of children and young people.
  • Awareness of local community resources, mental health support services, and referral pathways.

Skills Needed:

  • Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
  • Strong interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and external partners.
  • Organizational skills to efficiently manage caseloads, documentation, and reporting requirements.
  • Proficiency in IT, including experience with relevant software for recording and reporting purposes.

Personal Attributes:

  • A compassionate and empathetic approach to supporting the mental health needs of children, young people, and families.
  • Ability to work independently and make sound decisions within established guidelines.
  • Flexibility and adaptability to respond effectively to changing priorities and demands.
  • Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion, fostering a culture of respect and understanding.

Desirable Qualifications:

  • Experience working within CAMHS or similar mental health services.

Commitment to Values:

Barnardo's and the NHS are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will undergo relevant checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Barnardo's is committed to creating equal opportunities in the workplace and supporting individuals in managing their work-life balance; therefore, we are open to offering flexible working arrangements.

Pre-employment checks will be required for the role.

Note: This job description outlines the general nature and level of work expected of the role. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and requirements. Flexibility is essential to meet the evolving needs of the service and organization.