Project/Youth Worker

ob Purpose:Key Accountabilities: To deliver current projects, enabling continuous delivery. To be responsible for planning and monitoring sessions. To source suitable resources for delivery. To undertake risk assessments. To be aware of organisational policies and procedures. To undertake relevant training. To attend supervision and appraisals as arranged by the Directors.Skills and Knowledge: To have at least level 2 or equivalent in numeracy and literacy. To have a level 2 or above qualification in youth work or similar profession. Preferred experience in a related job role. Awareness of current issues facing young people and their families. Awareness of current issues facing minority groups. Awareness of the current education and NYA youth work curriculums. To be aware of the many legal aspects and dangers that can affect young people. Excellent communication skills and a non-judgemental approach to all users of bothservices. Knowledge of the local area and other agencies, organisations and support available foryoung people. The ability to thrive in challenging situations. To develop strategies for young people to enable them to achieve and become successfulmembers of society. Supervision is a requirement of this post and is undertaken by a board member or one ofthe CEOs. Drop Zone and Youthability has an open-door policy for staff to address anyconcerns they may have on a continual basis. Staff are required undertake annual appraisals In January of each year. Knowledge of safeguarding procedures. Awareness of confidentiality, equality and diversity. In line with our safeguarding policy, all successful candidates must have an enhanced DBScheck.Additional Information: Will make themselves available whenever possible to cover staff absences if needed. Will make themselves available to work out of normal office hours. Will be expected to travel within the Furness area.

Pay: £13.45-£16.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30.0 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress

Work Location: In person