Children Young People & Family Worker
We’re looking for a passionate and committed Children, Young People & Family Worker to join our Young People Team. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference, supporting children, young people and families to reduce the harm caused by substance use and improve overall wellbeing.
This is an outreach-based role, meaning you’ll work flexibly across the community, engaging directly with service users in a variety of settings.
What you’ll be doing
- Managing a caseload of children, young people and families, delivering tailored support and interventions
- Carrying out holistic assessments and developing structured support plans
- Delivering psycho-social and evidence-based interventions (including group work where required)
- Building strong, trusting relationships with service users and their families
- Working collaboratively with multi-agency partners such as social workers, health professionals and education services
- Monitoring progress, reviewing outcomes and adapting support plans as needed
- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date case records
- Supporting safeguarding processes in line with policy and procedures
What we’re looking for
Essential:
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Ability to manage a varied caseload and work independently
- Understanding of safeguarding and working with vulnerable individuals
- Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle
Desirable:
- Experience working with children, young people and/or families
- NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or willingness to work towards)
- Experience in areas such as substance misuse, mental health, youth work or family support
- Knowledge of care planning, risk management or therapeutic approach