Children and Young People's Mentor

6 days ago


Ashford, United Kingdom Rising Sun Domestic Violence and Abuse Service Full time
Job Title: Children and Young People's Mentor

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Children and Young People's Mentor to join our team at Rising Sun Domestic Violence and Abuse Service. As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in supporting children and young people affected by domestic violence and abuse.

Job Purpose:

The Children and Young People's Mentor will work closely with our CYP team to deliver services that cater to the unique needs of children and young people. Your primary responsibility will be to work one-on-one with young people, aged 11 to 15, who have been affected by domestic violence and abuse. You will also be responsible for delivering programs in schools to adolescent girls, promoting healthy relationships and spotting red flags.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Work one-on-one with young people, aged 11 to 15, who have been affected by domestic violence and abuse.
  • Build positive working relationships with local schools to deliver programs in schools.
  • Hold a caseload and respond to the needs of the young people we support.
  • Work in a mentoring capacity with children and adolescents, focusing on domestic abuse and its impact.
  • Recognize the impact of domestic abuse on young people and families, showing empathy and understanding in your work.
  • Support and facilitate groups in schools and the community, focusing on healthy relationships and spotting red flags.
  • Work flexibly with young people, meeting with them in various settings, such as schools, colleges, and community centers.
  • Work creatively and flexibly to support a vulnerable and challenging client group.
  • Build relationships with partner agencies, such as social care, early help, schools, police, and health services.
  • Attend meetings on behalf of Rising Sun, promoting multi-agency working and building positive relationships with external agencies.
  • Work as part of a team, supporting colleagues and building positive working relationships.
  • Be available to work some evenings and weekends as required.
  • Manage your time effectively and prioritize tasks based on day-to-day events.
General:
  • Work professionally and to a high standard, setting an example for the wider team and external partners.
  • Have a good knowledge and understanding of using IT programs, such as Word and Excel.
  • Complete administrative tasks as required and ensure that paperwork and evaluations are up to date.
  • Demonstrate a commitment to continued professional development, staying up to date on research, relevant legislation, policy, and practice.
  • Protect the safety and security of Rising Sun, service users, staff, volunteers, and buildings, as well as the confidentiality of records and other information.
  • Uphold the rights of women, children, and young people who have experienced domestic abuse, assessing the gender-specific, trauma-informed needs and safety of children and women.
  • Be proactive and solution-focused, paying attention to detail.
  • Participate in supervision, training, and meetings as required.
  • Ensure the effective implementation of Rising Sun's policies and procedures, upholding the core values of the organization.
  • Work across teams and undertake such other duties, appropriate to the grade and nature of the work, as may reasonably be expected.


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