Job Purpose
To undertake assessments of children and young people referred to the Youth Justice Service (YJS) Prevention Team and deliver targeted interventions that reduce the risk of offending, re-offending, and anti-social behaviour. The postholder will work collaboratively with young people, families, and partner agencies to promote positive outcomes through restorative and preventative approaches.
- Undertake assessments of children and young people referred to the Youth Justice Service Prevention Team.
- Develop, deliver, and review targeted intervention plans aimed at reducing offending, re-offending, and anti-social behaviour.
- Build positive and effective relationships with children, young people, and their families to encourage engagement and support positive behavioural change.
- Apply restorative justice principles and restorative approaches within interventions and casework.
- Work collaboratively with partner agencies, including education, social care, police, health services, and voluntary organisations to coordinate appropriate support.
- Maintain accurate and timely case records, assessments, reports, and intervention plans in line with organisational policies and statutory requirements.
- Monitor and evaluate the progress of young people, adapting interventions where appropriate to achieve positive outcomes.
- Contribute to safeguarding children and young people by identifying risks and following relevant safeguarding procedures.
- Participate in evening and weekend work as required to meet service needs.
- Experience of working with children and young people aged 10–17, particularly those who have offended or are at risk of offending and anti-social behaviour.
- Understanding of the youth justice system and the impact of the criminal justice process on children and young people.
- Knowledge of restorative justice principles and restorative approaches.
- Experience of undertaking assessments and developing targeted intervention plans.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to engage effectively with children, young people, families, and partner agencies.
- Ability to manage a varied caseload and maintain accurate case records.
- Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and relevant legislation relating to children and young people.
- Full, valid UK driving licence with access to a suitably insured vehicle.
- Location: Cardiff Youth Justice Service.
- Hours per Week: 37 hours.
- Bi-Weekly Payments
