Youth Offending Service Case Manager

Camden ,
London, Greater London
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Location: Crowndale Centre, 218 Eversholt Street, London NW1 1BD Salary: 33,122 - 38,423 Contract Type: x 2 Permanent, Full time, 36 hours per week Alternative flexible working options available/open to discussion Click HERE for information on Camden's flexible working options Some posts at Camden are politically restricted, which means individuals holding these posts cannot have active political role. For a list of all politically restricted roles at Camden click here. In Camden we are committed to ensuring that all young people succeed, do well in their education and if they need additional support and help, they are able to access a range of exciting and targeted youth support options. We have re-organised all our youth support services, delivered through the Integrated Youth Support Service to make the most of our dedicated, innovative and enthusiastic staff teams to deliver a more holistic and integrated offer to the young people of Camden. We want young people to maximise their potential for growth and development, become resilient and thereby remaining in education, stay safe, and develop healthier and more positive lifestyles. As a Case Manager for the Youth Offending Service you will be adept at managing a varied case load relating to youth justice and will work innovatively with young people from diverse backgrounds and engage them and their families and other professionals in order to assess, develop and deliver intervention and activities that support their personal and social skills and participation in society. The successful candidate will directly contribute to youth offending service outcomes by creatively engaging young people who are subject to youth justice orders and also who are at risk of anti-social behaviour, crime, becoming NEET and substance misuse. We are the first YOS to be rated outstanding in London, in the recent YOT inspection report by HMIP. So if you would like to be part of this inspiring team making a real difference to the lives of young people please do not hesitate to apply. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and will require an Enhanced DBS. To be considered for this exciting position it is essential that you have substantial experience of direct work with young people who are considered to be at risk. This will include those who are at risk of crime, anti-social behaviour, NEET, SEND, exploitation etc. You will possess previous experience of direct work with young people and their families ensuring you deliver high quality services and interventions. The ideal candidate will have a good understanding of approaches to young people's development and a good understanding of youth justice systems including national standards and scaled approach and evidence of effective practice that build desistance and resilience. It is paramount that you have comprehensive knowledge of the role of the YOS in both Youth Court and Crown Courts. You must have a proven ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing and be able to write clear and concise reports within a youth justice environment to fixed timescales. About Camden Camden's main offices are located in modern, award-winning offices at King's Cross. You can expect an exceptional range of benefits including discounted access to the onsite leisure facilities with swimming pool, recognition and reward for high performance with progression and pay increases, flexible and agile working hours and access to a leading pension scheme. Camden is proud to be the country's first Timewise council and as part of this accreditation, we work to help parents balance work with childcare. This fits in with our aim to be leaders in innovative, flexible and part-time working that allows for different patterns of care and for parents to share childcare responsibilities. Click HERE to see the full details of our excellent benefits Make it work for you. Make it your Camden. Discover and Diversity To "discover" more about Camden and our commitment towards diversity, equality and safeguarding, please visit our recruitment website Mayor of London's Good Work Standard Camden are very proud to be accredited to the level of excellence for the Mayor of London's Good Work Standard. The Mayor's Good Work Standard sets the benchmark for the highest employment standards and demonstrates that as an employer, Camden is contributing to a fairer and more inclusive London. These good practices are also an important step in attracting and retaining a diverse, talented and productive workforce. How to apply To apply for this job please follow the "Apply" link. In the 'Why you?' section of the application form you will be expected to explain how you meet the key requirements for this role listed in this advert. When explaining how you meet each of the requirements, please give examples that clearly demonstrate your skills, knowledge and experience. When writing your examples give a brief description of the situation or task but fo

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