Youth Employment Coach for Neurodiverse Futures

Red 5 People; Selby; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Selby seeks a Youth Employment Advisor to help young people, aged 16-24, transition into the workforce. This role involves engaging with local employers to secure work experience placements and providing ongoing support to young individuals, especially those with neurodiverse backgrounds. Candidates should possess strong relationship-building skills and a desire to encourage young people on their journey towards employment.

Qualifications

• Experience with young people, especially those with neurodiverse profiles.
• Ability to engage and support young people in a workplace setting.
• Familiarity with arranging work experience placements.

Responsibilities

• Assist young people in preparing for work and succeeding in their roles.
• Approach local employers for work experience opportunities.
• Support employers in accommodating neurodiverse young people.
• Provide training for travel to work.
• Maintain communication with families.

Skills

Engagement skills

Understanding of neurodiversity

Relationship building

Job description

A community support organization in Selby seeks a Youth Employment Advisor to help young people, aged 16-24, transition into the workforce. This role involves engaging with local employers to secure work experience placements and providing ongoing support to young individuals, especially those with neurodiverse backgrounds. Candidates should possess strong relationship-building skills and a desire to encourage young people on their journey towards employment.