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Youth Conference Coordinator – Youth Justice Agency, Newtownards col-narrow-left
Client: The Recruitment Co
Location: Newtownards, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
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EU work permit required: Yes
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Job Reference: b526b2184671
Job Views: Posted: Expiry Date: 06.08.2025
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Job Description: Location: Newtownards (Covering Ards & North Down and Lisburn & Castlereagh Council areas
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: Minimum 4 months subject to review
Rate of Pay: £16.45 per hour
Hours of Work:
Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (evening work may be offset by time off in lieu).
Travelling and subsistence will be paid in line with NICS Policy.
Main Duties:
Operate within the policies and guidelines of the Youth Justice Agency (YJA) as directed by management.
Support and challenge young people (aged 10-17) in or on the fringes of the Criminal Justice System to desist from offending and improve their life chances.
Oversee, supervise, and manage Court Orders, Public Prosecution Service Plans, and voluntary arrangements.
Facilitate Youth Engagement Clinics in partnership with the Police Service for Northern Ireland and the Public Prosecution Service.
Conduct assessments, including the Youth Justice Agency Assessment, to develop tailored intervention plans addressing risk, vulnerability, and health and safety.
Undertake Youth Conferences to ensure restorative interventions and incorporate victims’ views.
Work closely with victims, ensuring their voices are heard and their engagement is supported.
Collaborate with young people, families, communities, and professionals to support positive behavioral change and reduce offending.
Establish multi-agency and community networks for partnership-based interventions and reintegration of young people.
Source, risk assess, and manage meaningful Reparative Activity placements.
Prepare and deliver high-quality oral and written reports for case conferences, reviews, and Courts.
Maintain accurate records in line with YJA case recording policy.
Promote and deliver restorative approaches to support young people and engage victims.
Participate in training, supervision, team meetings, and staff development programs.
Serve as an Officer of the Court.
Perform other reasonable duties within the role’s scope.
Qualifications: Degree in Social Work or Degree in Youth and Community Work.
Experience: Demonstrated experience of: Working with young people displaying challenging behavior.Writing formal reports.
Transport: Valid driving license and access to a vehicle for travel, including to remote areas not accessible by public transport.
Other Requirements: Registered with NISCC.Warner interview applicable.
How to Apply:
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