Youth/Group Worker x 2 (E3213) - Barca-Leeds

What will the role look like?

This role will help support the ongoing mental health needs of young people transitioning into adulthood, in particular those who are to be discharged from CAMHS services, through the delivery of creative workshops within the South and West of Leeds.

The post-holder will be part of a larger joint project which aims to foster a sense of community, understanding, and belonging among participants by incorporating tailored creative engagement, emphasising peer support dynamics, building a broader social network, and fostering community connections.

The role will involve planning and delivering groups, activities The role will require specific skills around organisation, creativity and building positive relationships with young people.

What we are looking for? 

We are looking for someone with a Youth Work or Counselling qualification that has experience of developing and delivering group interventions. 

We are looking for someone with knowledge of neurodivergence and the particular impacts on young people and someone that has the ability to build trust and positive relationships.

For more information, head to: 

https://joinus.barca-leeds.org/jobs/3713513-youth-group-worker-x-2

To download a full job description/person specification, click here. If you require this document in an alternative format, please email recruitment@barca-leeds.org

A copy of our competency framework can be found here.

For further information and guidance when applying, please have a look at our information for applicants guide.

If you find you have any problems with our application process or you think we’re not meeting your accessibility requirements, please email recruitment@barca-leeds.org

Barca-Leeds is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. It is the organisation’s policy to require the successful applicant to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Check at a level appropriate to the role, before appointment is confirmed. The disclosure of a criminal conviction will not necessarily exclude candidates from appointment.

The above post is not a Leeds City Council vacancy and has been advertised on behalf of the relevant organisation. To apply please follow their application instructions.

This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK  - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.