Job Advert: Youth Justice Officer – Medway CouncilLocation: Medway, KentContract: Locum (Initial 3-6 months)Pay Rate: Up to £28 per hourWorking Pattern: Hybrid (2-3 days in the office, with flexibility as per service needs)About the Role:Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting for two Youth Justice Officers to join Medway Council's Youth Justice Team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and progressive service that is passionate about child-centred, 'Child First' approaches aimed at reducing reoffending and improving outcomes for children.Key Responsibilities:
* Work directly with children in the Youth Justice System, delivering face-to-face interventions and positive activities.
* Manage a mixed caseload of children subject to Out of Court Disposals, Prevention (Turnaround) referrals, and post-court cases.
* Deliver reparation activities, Intensive Supervision and Surveillance Programs, and other bespoke projects developed by the Youth Justice Team.
* Complete assessments, risk management plans, and provide targeted interventions to prevent offending and reduce risk of harm.
* Work flexibly across Out of Court Disposals and Prevention cases, supporting children at the earliest stage of involvement with Youth Justice.
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