Trauma-Informed Youth Justice Social Worker

Derbyshire County Council; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave

Flexi-time scheme

Travel expenses

Discount on leisure centre memberships

Free car parking

In-house counselling service

Occupational health service

Access to sessions with a trained physiotherapist

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

A local government authority in the East Midlands seeks a full-time Social Worker in the Youth Justice Service. The role involves supporting young people aged 10-17 through assessments and interventions to prevent re-offending. Applicants must have a BA Honours in Social Work and Social Work England registration. The position offers excellent developmental opportunities, manageable case loads, and a supportive work culture. The successful candidate will be based in either Ilkeston or Chesterfield, with various benefits including a pension scheme and generous annual leave.

Qualifications

• Must have current Social Work England registration.
• Experience of working with young people necessary.
• Demonstrates administration and IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide a quality social work service that supports children.
• Complete full assessments and interventions.
• Effectively manage a number of young people.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to reflect on own practice

Experience of relationship focused social work

Engaging and motivating young people

Education

BA Honours in Social Work

Job description

A local government authority in the East Midlands seeks a full-time Social Worker in the Youth Justice Service. The role involves supporting young people aged 10-17 through assessments and interventions to prevent re-offending. Applicants must have a BA Honours in Social Work and Social Work England registration. The position offers excellent developmental opportunities, manageable case loads, and a supportive work culture. The successful candidate will be based in either Ilkeston or Chesterfield, with various benefits including a pension scheme and generous annual leave.