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Assistant Youth Support Worker - Magherafelt Youth Centre, Londonderry
Client: Education Authority
Location: Magherafelt, Londonderry
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: 4ff21af648a7
Job Views: 4
Posted: 05.05.2025
Expiry Date: 19.06.2025
Job Description:
JOB PURPOSE
To work directly with young people to develop their social education by providing programmes of activities. This post is for staff appointed to undertake duties under the direction of a Worker in Charge or nominated Youth Support Worker.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Assist with the planning and implementation of programmes, related to the ‘Model for Effective Practice’.
2. Ensure that young people play an active role in the youth group and work towards a model of youth participation.
3. Communicate effectively and develop a rapport with young people.
4. Assist in the development of relationships with the wider community and external agencies.
5. Assist young people to express and realise their goals.
6. Challenge oppressive behaviour in young people.
7. Provide information and support to young people.
8. Support young people in evaluating youth work activities and the impact of youth work on their development.
9. Implement the unit’s Child Protection Policy and work with young people to safeguard their welfare and the welfare of others.
10. Assist with administrative duties within the unit.
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