Youth Voice & Participation Specialist

Cheshire West and Chester; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Cheshire West and Chester's Youth Service invites applications for a Youth Worker specialising in youth voice and participation. You will develop and deliver Youth Voice programmes, lead Youth Senate activities, and coordinate participation events to ensure young people, including those from SEND, LGBTQ+, and diverse communities, influence services and decisions.

You will provide advocacy, safeguarding support, and build partnerships with schools, health services, community organisations, and

Qualifications

• Experience working directly with young people.
• Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Understanding safeguarding and trauma-informed practice.
• Strong communication, organisation, and leadership skills.
• Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Youth Voice and Participation programmes and group work.
• Lead and coordinate Youth Senate activities and campaigns.
• Support young people to influence decisions and shape services.
• Plan, deliver, and evaluate youth work sessions and projects.
• Provide emotional support, guidance, advocacy, and signposting.
• Promote inclusive participation for SEND, LGBTQ+, and underrepresented young people.
• Build effective partnerships with schools, health services, community organisations, local authority teams, and regional and national networks.
• Lead trips, residentials, conferences, and events, including risk assessments and operational planning.
• Manage Youth Voice budgets and resources effectively.
• Maintain accurate case records and outcome monitoring.
• Supervise and support Youth Inclusion Workers.
• Attend relevant meetings, forums, and partnership boards.

Job description

Cheshire West and Chester's Youth Service invites applications for a Youth Worker specialising in youth voice and participation. You will develop and deliver Youth Voice programmes, lead Youth Senate activities, and coordinate participation events to ensure young people, including those from SEND, LGBTQ+, and diverse communities, influence services and decisions.

You will provide advocacy, safeguarding support, and build partnerships with schools, health services, community organisations, and