Youth Intervention Specialist — Trauma-Informed Change Maker

The Methodist Church in Britain; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Induction programme

Training & supervision

Team environment

Generous annual leave

Local government pension scheme

Job summary

Nottinghamshire County Council at Clayfields House is seeking an Intervention Worker to provide focused 1:1 and group interventions for up to 20 young people with complex needs. The role is based in a secure children’s home and involves assessments, care and risk planning, and collaboration with care, education and health colleagues.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team to support trauma-informed practice and ongoing development of care plans, aiming to improve outcomes for young people.

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant discipline.
• Experience in youth justice, social care or therapeutic interventions.
• Good understanding of trauma, attachment and child development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 and group interventions tailored to individual needs
• Complete assessments and contribute to care, risk and intervention planning
• Help young people explore and understand offending, risk-taking and high-risk behaviour
• Build positive, professional relationships that encourage trust, engagement and change
• Work creatively with young people who have experienced trauma and significant challenges
• Work alongside a multidisciplinary team of care, education, health and other professionals
• Share knowledge and expertise, supporting colleagues and contributing to best practice across the home

Skills

Trauma awareness

Communication skills

Resilience

Education

Degree in a relevant discipline

Job description

Nottinghamshire County Council at Clayfields House is seeking an Intervention Worker to provide focused 1:1 and group interventions for up to 20 young people with complex needs. The role is based in a secure children’s home and involves assessments, care and risk planning, and collaboration with care, education and health colleagues.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team to support trauma-informed practice and ongoing development of care plans, aiming to improve outcomes for young people.