Project Worker 1

Project Worker 1 (18628)

Are you looking for a new and exciting challenge? Are you passionate about supporting children and families? If so, look no further!

We are seeking 3 part-time Project Workers to join our dedicated and experienced Choices Family Support team in the Northern Trust area. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a difference to the lives of young people.

The Choices Family Support service aims to engage young people, aged 10-17 years old, who are experiencing some challenges involving social, emotional or behavioural issues.

You will;

• Work alongside the young person together with their parents/families to to achieve a more hopeful family life experience.
• Work is predominately focused on the referred young person though using a holistic approach some engagement with the wider family is expected.
• Families are offered around 12 weeks support and the Project Worker will work collaboratively with the family and agree what specific intervention might be most beneficial.
• The Service is delivered in an outreach basis with a combination of home or school visits and individual session time.

Do you have the following:

• A positive strength based approach?
• Experience of working with young people and their families?
• Awareness of safeguarding concerns?
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team?
• A full driving licence with business class insurance or be able to demonstrate how you meet the mobility requirements of the role?

Service Specific - Essential Criteria

• Experience of building positive relationships with children and young people and supporting them within various areas of their lives.
• Experience of supporting parents
• A valid driving license and access to a vehicle with business class insurance or alternatively be able to demonstrate how you can meet the mobility requirements of post.

Service Specific - Desirable Criteria

• Use of strength based approach
• Knowledge of intervention strategies around behaviour and emotional well being
• Experience of communicating effectively in multi-agency settings, with other providers and services.

In return Barnardo's offers a reward package that includes a competitive salary, 26 days annual leave and 10 statutory/public holidays (pro-rata) per annum, a contributory pension scheme, an additional holiday purchase scheme and staff discounts.

Location: Northern Trust Area (Newtownabbey, Carrick and Larne area; Magherafelt, Cookstown area; and Antrim, Ballymena area)

Hours: 22.2 per week

Number of positions: 3

Fixed Term: Fixed to 31 March 2025 (Antrim, Ballymena Area) and 30 June 2025 ((Newtownabbey, Carrick and Larne area and Magherafelt, Cookstown area). Possibility of extension for all positions, subject to funding.

Salary: £23,400 - £28,600 FTE

Closing Date: Thursday 17th May 2024 at Midnight

Interview Date: W/C 28th May 2024

Contact Email: people.ni1@barnardos.org.uk

For further information and to submit your application, click APPLY NOW.

A waiting list will be held in the event that similar vacancies arise during the next 12 months

The successful candidate will also be required to undertake enhanced Child barred AccessNI check.