Youth Justice Keyworker

We Do Social Work; Worthing; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A social work organization is seeking a Youth Justice Keyworker at Worthing Custody Suite to support young people during critical moments. The role involves crisis management, relationship-building, and engaging with diverse backgrounds. Candidates should possess the skills to provide empathy and resilience in a challenging environment, making a positive impact on young lives.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people in challenging or complex situations.
• Skills in crisis management and trauma-informed practice.
• A commitment to equality, diversity, and creating opportunities for all.

Responsibilities

• Offer immediate emotional support and advocacy.
• Explore challenges related to substance misuse, housing, education, and employment.
• Work with families to strengthen support networks.
• Connect young people with tailored services.

Skills

Crisis management

Relationship-building

Supporting young people

Empathy

Resilience

Job description

Job Title: Youth Justice Keyworker
Location:Bridge House / Worthing Police Custody
Working Pattern:Shift Work – 5 days on, 3 days off (10am–6pm)
Length of Assignment:Until March 2026
Requirements:Enhanced DBS Required

About the Role

Do you believe every young person deserves the chance to make positive choices for their future? Are you skilled in crisis management, relationship-building, and supporting young people from diverse backgrounds? If so, this role could be for you.

We’re looking for aYouth Justice Keyworkerto join our team at Worthing Custody Suite. You’ll work a rolling shift pattern (5 days on, 3 days off, 10am–6pm), supporting young people during some of their most vulnerable moments in police custody.

With empathy, respect, and a trauma-informed approach, you’ll engage with young people to:

• Offer immediate emotional support and advocacy.

• Explore the challenges they face, such as substance misuse, housing, education, and employment.

• Work with families where appropriate to strengthen support networks.

• Connect young people with tailored services that can help them change direction.

Why This Work Matters

This is more than a frontline role—it’s aboutdoing social work in its truest form. You’ll be:

• Standing alongside young people when they feel most isolated.

• Giving them a voice and ensuring they are heard.

• Bridging the gap between crisis and opportunity.

• Helping them access the right support to break cycles of harm and move toward a safer, brighter future.

By combining crisis response with long-term support, you’ll make a real difference in shaping young lives and strengthening communities.

About You

We’d love to hear from you if you have:

• Experience working with young people in challenging or complex situations.

• Skills in crisis management and trauma-informed practice.

• A commitment to equality, diversity, and creating opportunities for all.

• The resilience and empathy to work in a demanding but rewarding environment.