Youth Mental Health Support Worker

Burntmedia; New Jersey; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

This innovative firm is seeking a compassionate Youth Support Worker to empower young individuals facing mental health challenges. In this role, you will provide a listening ear and create a safe space for young people to express themselves. You will engage with attendees, manage the environment, and facilitate connections to specialized support. With a focus on building healthier relationships and enhancing life skills, you will play a vital role in transforming lives. If you are passionate about making a difference and supporting the next generation, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Casual dress

Company events

Company pension

Discounted or free food

Employee discount

Flexible schedule

Sick pay

Store discounts

Qualifications

• Experience with mental health issues is desirable.
• Passion for helping others and building relationships is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support young people attending mental health drop-ins.
• Manage the environment and address challenging behavior.
• Liaise with agencies for specialist support.

Skills

Experience supporting young people

Communication skills

Understanding of mental health

Ability to manage challenging behavior

Education

Relevant training in mental health

Tools

HR and H&S Platform

Job description

Youth Support at The Cavern

Support at The Cavern provides listening support, low level interventions such as board games, inclusive activities and offers a supportive environment. We help young (aged 14-21) people feel less isolated, cope with anxiety, meet new people and provide support at a time when little low-level or early intervention support is available from the statutory services (5-10pm). We are funded by Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board for this service and we work closely with a wide range of statutory mental health services to ensure a joined-up approach. Our team of support workers provide a listening ear and facilitate a safe place to provide non-clinical, early intervention and prevention work for young people who are struggling.

The ideal candidate for this position will have experience of supporting young people and/or people with mental health issues. More importantly, they will have a passion for seeing people become the best they can be, and be passionate about being a part of someone’s journey to better their lives, learning new skills, and building healthier relationships. They will have excellent people skills and good communication skills.

Title of Role: Youth Support Worker

Purpose of Role: To enable young people to become the best version of themselves by providing a listening ear and facilitating a safe space for young people with mental health issues, as well as referrals into more specialist support and interventions. This can range from conversations, guidance and support to activities.

Main Activities/Tasks:

• To support and engage with those attending the mental health drop-in
• To manage the environment, including dealing with any challenging behaviour
• To liaise with and signpost to other agencies for specialist support and interventions
• To assist with maintaining a clean and tidy environment
• To work with the support lead/team leader within their direction of leadership
• To encourage and enthuse your fellow team members
• To have a basic understanding of mental health
• To attend training and regular professional development
• To work within the policies and procedures of Kingfisher Treasure Seekers
• Any other duties as required

Training and Experience:

• Full training will be given during induction and on an ongoing basis.
• Experience of working supporting people with mental health issues (desirable)
• Experience of working with young people (preferred)

Hours and Pay: 10 hours per week at £11.75 per hour (more than one vacancy available). Zero hour contracts also available.

Support: Employees can expect to receive the following support:

• Use of a HR and H&S Platform.
• Line Management support
• 24/7 access to a BUPA call line run by Qualified Counsellors

Location: Treasure Seekers Building, 52 Westgate Street, Gloucester, GL1 2NF

Main Point of Contact: Youth Support Lead

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Sick pay
• Store discounts

Schedule:

• Evening shift