Job Description
3 months contract with local authority
This role focuses on providing one-on-one support to young individuals who have experienced peer violence or bullying, aiming to prevent their involvement in criminal activities. The position involves collaborating with youth services and Project X groups to enhance the confidence, social skills, and perspectives of these young people. You will oversee and conduct restorative work with both victims and offenders, adhering to the Code of Practice for Victims of Crime. The goal is to ensure that interactions with victims are personalized, high-quality, and effective in promoting positive outcomes and safety. Additionally, you will deliver various restorative justice interventions to both those harmed by youth crime and the young offenders, offering substantial support and advocacy to victims.
Responsibilities:
* Conduct one-on-one sessions with young victims of peer violence or bullying.
* Collaborate with youth services and Project X groups to support young people's development.
* Manage and facilitate restorative work between victims and offenders.
* Ensure compliance with the Code of Practice for Victims of Crime.
* Deliver restorative justice interventions to affected individuals.
* Provide high-quality support and advocacy to victims of youth crime.
* Facilitate restorative justice processes, ensuring victims are informed, supported, and empowered.
Requirements
* Experience in working with young people affected by violence or bullying.
* Strong understanding of restorative justice principles and practices.
* Ability to collaborate effectively with youth services and community groups.
* Excellent communication and advocacy skills.
* Commitment to delivering personalized and responsive support to victims.
* Knowledge of the Code of Practice for Victims of Crime.
Requirements
Requirements: Full-time availability for a year Ability to work 36 hours per week Resilient and able to thrive in challenging situations Attention to detail and creative problem-solving skills Comfortable with confrontation and able to deal with difficult situations Availability for out-of-hours meetings and lone working Daily use of a car and a full driving license