Youth engagement worker.

TN United Kingdom; England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for compassionate Youth Engagement Workers to join their dedicated team. This role involves working with young people aged 11-18 in a therapeutic community, providing essential support and guidance to help them overcome challenges and achieve their goals. You will collaborate with clinical and educational teams to deliver therapeutic interventions, fostering a nurturing environment that promotes healing and personal growth. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals and are ready to embrace a rewarding career, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Opportunities for progression

Onsite clinical team support

Genuinely outcome-focused service

Qualifications

• Experience or interest in working with vulnerable individuals.
• Qualifications in relevant fields such as Psychology or Health and Social Care.

Responsibilities

• Support young people with daily life activities in a residential setting.
• Provide therapeutic support to children with emotional difficulties.
• Engage with young people to promote independence and self-esteem.

Skills

Empathy

Therapeutic Support

Experience with EBD and SEMH

Communication Skills

Emotional Resilience

Team Collaboration

Report Writing

Education

Psychology Degree

Health and Social Care Qualification

Criminology Degree

Teaching Qualification

Job description

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Are you interested in shaping the next generation? Do you want to be part of a company that prioritizes children's needs and uses skilled therapeutic interventions to help young people achieve positive outcomes?

Join a dedicated team comprising therapeutic workers, a multidisciplinary team, and a clinical team working at our therapeutic community, which includes a school and onsite clinical support. Our approaches may include psychotherapy, CBT, EMDR, schema-focused therapy, and life story work to promote healing from trauma, build confidence, and support children in realizing their potential and ambitions.

Our goal is to assist young people aged 11-18 with social, emotional, and mental health needs to recover from underlying trauma within a therapeutic community setting. You will collaborate with clinical and educational teams to inspire young people to progress, rebuild self-esteem, and develop confidence.

Due to the nature of this role, you will be required to work shifts from Monday to Sunday, with every other weekend off.

Benefits of working as a Youth Engagement Worker:

• A genuinely outcome-focused service with a strong track record of delivering results
• Providing therapeutic support
• Onsite clinical team
• Opportunities for progression within the organization
• Working under the guidance of a forensic psychologist to deliver therapeutic care

Job Responsibilities:

• Supporting young people aged 11-18 in a residential setting with daily life activities
• Providing therapeutic support to children with emotional and behavioral difficulties and promoting independence
• Maintaining a positive and proactive approach to help young people achieve their goals
• Engaging with young people in the community and residential settings to support their progress
• Providing emotional support and demonstrating emotional resilience
• Understanding safeguarding processes and maintaining records, including care plans
• Focusing on positive outcomes and de-escalating challenging behaviors
• Working collaboratively within a team

Key Requirements/Skills:

• Willingness to work abroad
• A caring nature and willingness to support vulnerable individuals
• Experience or interest in EBD, SEMH, sexualized behaviors, and mental health
• Qualifications in Psychology, Health and Social Care, Criminology, Teaching, or related fields
• Ability to build rapport with diverse individuals
• Full UK driving license
• Willingness to work shifts including weekends
• Over 21 years of age

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Created on 26/04/2025 by TN United Kingdom