Young Persons Outreach Harm Reduction Worker

Waythrough

Newcastle, United Kingdom
Base: £25,877.80 - £34,240; bonus/equity: not spec...
Experience working with children and vulnerable youth
Knowledge of substance misuse and harm reduction
Ability to deliver motivational interviewing interventions
This role involves delivering extensive outreach and community-based support to children, young people, and young adults across Newcastle

Job Summary

  • This role involves delivering extensive outreach and community-based support to children, young people, and young adults across Newcastle.
  • The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including 27 days' annual leave rising to 32 after one year and a pension scheme with employer matching.
  • Candidates are encouraged to apply if they have lived experience of the issues supported, as Waythrough welcomes applications from all backgrounds.

Matching Summary

This role involves delivering extensive outreach and community-based support to children, young people, and young adults across Newcastle.

Salary

Base: £25,877.80 - £34,240; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 27-32 days leave, pension, life assurance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Experience working with children and vulnerable youth
  • Knowledge of substance misuse and harm reduction
  • Ability to deliver Motivational Interviewing interventions
  • Strong safeguarding and risk assessment skills
  • Experience in community-based outreach work

Nice-to-have

  • Compassionate and non-judgemental approach
  • Lived experience of supported issues
  • Experience delivering group interventions
  • Understanding of adverse childhood experiences
  • Collaborative relationship building with families

Key Requirements

  • Experience in health, social care, or youth work
  • Knowledge of NICE guidelines and evidence-based interventions
  • Proficiency in completing risk assessments and recovery plans

Work Rights

Not specified

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