Youth Support Worker

What You Can Expect To Be DoingThis role will be responsible for the delivery of a targeted youth offer in localities, working alongside others, and particularly focused on the most vulnerable young people. This post requires significant travel across North Dorset including Blandford, Sturminster Newton, Gillingham, Shaftesbury and Sherborne.The Post Holder WillUndertake 1:1, group, detached and outreach work with young peopleBe an advocate for young people, supporting colleagues to understand adolescence and how to engage with young peopleWork collectively with colleagues across all localities to support the development of our approach to edge of care and residential servicesDevelop strong, positive working relationships with a range of colleagues, schools, voluntary and community sector organisations and partner agencies to support the delivery of good outcomes for young people and their families and support continuous developmentAbout YouThe postholder will have a QCF Level 3 Diploma in Youth Work or equivalent and have experience of youth work in a youth work setting. You’ll be aware of best practice and effective interventions, including evidence-based programmes in working with vulnerable young people and contextual safeguarding and be able to provide advice around vulnerable young people within the locality on issues such as (but not limited to):Contextual safeguarding/exploitation/county linesAnti‑social behaviourInclusion and participation in educationSocial actionRequirementsExcellent communication and listening skillsThe ability to build trusting and respectful relationshipsInitiative, enthusiasm and motivationTact and sensitivityPatience and resilienceA non‑judgemental attitudeGood organisational and planning skillsGood negotiating skillsWhat’s In It For YouBe part of designing social work for the future. Join our exceptional teams in child services, where you’ll be fully supported and appreciated throughout your career. We are dedicated to fostering an environment where every child can thrive and want our colleagues to do the same.EducationIn July this year, the Department for Education announced the Families First for Children Pathfinder. Dorset has been recognised for its work and is one of only three initial pathfinder sites nationally, testing the delivery of key reforms across the sector.We Also Have Truly Exciting InitiativesThe Pineapple Project that provides safe havens in Weymouth to help keep young women safer when they are outside of their family home using the principles of community guardianship. The Pineapple Project is due to be rolled out across all localities.Safeguarding Families Together; embedding specialist multi‑disciplinary professionals within teams and working ‘whole family’. After successful pilots in Weymouth, Portland and Dorchester the project is due to be rolled out across all localities.In the East of the county, the first Three family hubs (with more locations planned) provide visible, appealing and welcoming spaces for families to access help and support from Dorset Council and partner services.What Our People Say“Dorset is a great place for children to thrive – I am very proud to be part of an organisation that recognises the strengths of our staff and the creativity we have in achieving great outcomes for our children, young people and families.”About UsWe’re passionate about making Dorset a great place to live, work and visit. Working for us should be no exception.You WillHave access to a range of employee benefitsBe part of an organisation that supports each other to grow and succeedHave access to training opportunities which will help with personal development and career progressionWe are a Disability Confident Employer and offer interview access for those who declare a disability. We also look for applicants who share our commitment to our values. This role is UK based and we will need to establish your Right to Work. The position requires significant travel and vehicle access, and will involve a Disclosure and Barring Service check and adherence to safeguarding policies. #J-18808-Ljbffr