Targeted Services Officer

Service Care Solutions Ltd; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Targeted Services Officer in a local authority team, where you can make a meaningful impact on the lives of vulnerable young people and their families. This role offers the chance to develop tailored programs, advocate for youth, and ensure their safety in various settings. You'll work closely with community partners to provide positive opportunities and support families in need. If you're passionate about safeguarding and empowering young people, this temporary position is perfect for you, allowing you to contribute to their well-being while gaining valuable experience in the field.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people in supervisory or support roles.
• Strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare.

Responsibilities

• Supervise young people, reducing risk of offending and harm.
• Collaborate with partners to provide positive opportunities.

Skills

Experience with young people

Strong communication skills

Advocacy skills

Ability to assess needs

Flexibility to work evenings and weekends

Tools

Electronic recording system

Job description

Job Title: Targeted Services Officer (Temporary - 3-Month Contract)

Location: Liverpool

Contract: Temporary, Full-Time (3 months)

Hours: Full-Time, including occasional evening and weekend work

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Targeted Services Officer to join a local authority team on a temporary 3-month contract. This role offers a chance to make a meaningful impact by supporting vulnerable young people and their families. As a Targeted Services Officer, you will play a key role in providing services that reduce the risk of offending and harm, while promoting the safety and well-being of young people in a variety of settings.

Main Areas of Responsibility:

1. Work directly with and supervise young people in a variety of settings, helping to reduce the risk of offending and the potential harm they may present to others, while ensuring their safety.
2. Assist in the development and delivery of tailored programmes of work for both group and individual young people.
3. Ensure that the views and needs of young people are represented in the services and programmes delivered by Targeted Services and wider local authority services.
4. Accurately record all contact and work undertaken with young people using the appropriate electronic recording system as required.
5. Assess, plan, and deliver interventions according to the specific needs of young people and their families.
6. Collaborate with statutory and voluntary partners, as well as local communities, to provide positive opportunities for young people.
7. Advocate for and represent young people in various settings, ensuring their voices are heard.
8. Provide support to families of young people in contact with Targeted Services, assisting them in addressing concerns and integrating into mainstream statutory and voluntary services.
9. Develop and deliver programmes and activities in line with the local authority’s commitment to equal opportunities and non-discriminatory practices.

General Responsibilities:

1. This role will require regular evening and weekend work.
2. Undertake additional duties as discussed and agreed upon with the line manager, commensurate with the grade and level of responsibility of the post.
3. Ensure that all functions are carried out in line with the policies and procedures of the local authority.
4. Promote and develop the local authority’s commitment to equal opportunities, ensuring non-discriminatory practices in all aspects of work.

What We’re Looking For:

1. Experience in working with young people, ideally in a supervisory or support role.
2. Strong communication skills, with the ability to advocate for young people and work effectively with families, partners, and community stakeholders.
3. Experience in delivering individual and group work, as well as the ability to assess needs and plan interventions.
4. A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people.
5. Ability to work independently and manage a demanding caseload, while adhering to organisational policies and procedures.
6. Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required.