Youth Outreach And Engagement Worker

Belmont Recruitment; Preston; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable private charity in the UK is seeking experienced Youth Engagement Outreach Workers in Preston. The role focuses on supporting young adults aged 18 to 25 through direct outreach activities. Responsibilities include building relationships with stakeholders and providing high-quality interventions. Candidates should have experience in community services and a knowledge of safeguarding practices. This position offers a competitive hourly rate of £16-£19 for a contract length of 3-6 months, with working hours of 37.5 a week, Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Experience in youth work, drug & alcohol services, or related community settings.
• Understanding of safeguarding for children & vulnerable adults.
• Ability to engage with diverse young adults in various interventions.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships with community partners and stakeholders.
• Facilitate outreach activities to engage young people effectively.
• Participate actively in team meetings and service development.

Skills

Building relationships

Facilitating outreach activities

Team collaboration

Safeguarding knowledge

Job description

Belmont Recruitment is currently seeking experienced Youth Engagement Outreach Workers to join a reputable private charity in Lancashire on a contract basis. Working with young adults aged 18 to 25, you will lead on the delivery of high-quality provision across this distinct and diverse age range with a focus on access, engagement, and support via a range of 1:1 and group interventions, inclusive of assessment & care planning, working holistically, in turn supporting the likelihood of a safer, healthier & happier life.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Building and maintaining positive working relationships with key community partners/stakeholders
• Facilitating evidence-based outreach activities with young people & young adults, to a high standard of delivery
• Engage in team meetings, service development days, and 1:1/group supervision in a meaningful way.
• Experience of working within a community service setting – e.g., youth work, drug & alcohol, mental health, sexual health, community safety
• Working knowledge of safeguarding children & vulnerable adults, with an understanding of professional accountability

Key Details

• Hourly Rate: £16 - £19
• Contract Length: 3-6 months
• Working Hours: 37.5 hours (Monday to Friday)

In addition to this role, Belmont Recruitment also offers various substance misuse / criminal justice contracts in the area, providing further opportunities for professional growth and development.

For more information or to apply for this position, please don't hesitate to contact Tom Goren at Belmont Recruitment.