Youth Justice Case Manager: Drive Positive Change

Working for Essex; Epping Forest; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Essex County Council is seeking a Youth Justice Practitioner / Case Manager in Epping to join the Community-based Youth Justice Team. The role focuses on reducing offending by working with families, schools and key agencies.

You will have experience with young people with complex needs, a relevant professional qualification, and a commitment to safeguarding. The post offers a permanent, full-time contract with a competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Qualified and registered Social Worker with SW England.
• Experience with children/young people in criminal justice settings.
• Excellent communication and IT skills with high-quality recording.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing demands.
• Ability to collaborate with parents/carers and multi-disciplinary partners.

Responsibilities

• Reduce offending by young people through work with families, schools and agencies.
• Represent the Youth Justice Service at multi-agency forums.
• Support young people with complex needs within the criminal justice framework.
• Maintain accurate records on the YJS case management system.
• Develop professional practice through CPD.

Skills

Communication skills

IT literacy

YJS case management

Independent working

Multi-disciplinary collaboration

Education

Social Work England registered social worker

Probation Studies qualification

Tools

YJS case management system

Job description

Essex County Council is seeking a Youth Justice Practitioner / Case Manager in Epping to join the Community-based Youth Justice Team. The role focuses on reducing offending by working with families, schools and key agencies.

You will have experience with young people with complex needs, a relevant professional qualification, and a commitment to safeguarding. The post offers a permanent, full-time contract with a competitive salary and benefits.