Youth Pathways Case Worker

Plymouth City Council; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Plymouth City Council is seeking enthusiastic and committed Case Workers to support the Youth Employment Programme, helping young people aged 16 to 24 access employment, education and training opportunities.

You will manage a caseload, work with employers and training providers, and develop personalised action plans to overcome barriers, monitor progress and promote positive progression in line with programme targets.

Qualifications

• Experience of supporting young people, customers or service users to achieve positive outcomes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to motivate, coach and build trusting relationships.
• Strong organisational and record-keeping skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support, guidance and mentoring to young people.
• Develop action plans and support individuals to achieve their employment, education or training goals.
• Assess barriers to progression and identify appropriate interventions.
• Maintain accurate records and monitor participant progress.
• Build effective relationships with employers, training providers and partners.
• Promote the Youth Employment Programme and engage young people with the programme.
• Contribute to achieving programme targets and outcomes.

Skills

Empathy

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Motivation & coaching

Job description

Plymouth City Council is seeking enthusiastic and committed Case Workers to support the Youth Employment Programme, helping young people aged 16 to 24 access employment, education and training opportunities.

You will manage a caseload, work with employers and training providers, and develop personalised action plans to overcome barriers, monitor progress and promote positive progression in line with programme targets.