Job Description

We are looking for volunteers to help develop various activities/one-to-one or group work for our NEET program (not in education employment or training).

Do you have an interest in youth work, mentoring, counselling and supporting young people in the community Or working towards a qualification in these areas ? We will love to hear from you.

Successful candidate will be developing and leading workshops for young people referred to the organisation.

Act as a support and work with the young people on 1-2-1 basis , developing sessions for group work, keep track of their progress.

Provide support for their families where required.

Youth Work background is desirable.

Ability to use remote learning platforms like Zoom is also desirable, as most of the session work will be carried out remotely.

Youth and community workers provide support to individuals or groups of

individuals through a range of activities or services that aim to encourage

participation in social and community life and promote personal and social

development. The role includes:

? Organises social, recreational and educational activities in local community and

youth groups.

? Supervises the activities of voluntary workers

? Advises individuals with particular needs or problems through informal

discussion, individual counselling or formal group discussion.

Our NEET project

IMPACT-NOW source and provide apprenticeship and Work experience for youth at risk of NEET (not in education, employment or training) ages 16 to 24 years and youth with learning disabilities up to 35 years.

IMPACT-NOW provide one-to-one direct intervention work through counselling and support as well as groupwork for youths affected by a range of social, emotional, transitional and challenging issues like domestic violence, mental health, low self confidence, substance misuse, low self-esteem, anger management, depression, anxiety, self-Harm, difficult and challenging behaviour that have impacted on their education and development.

Work remotely

No
Preferred Skills

Essential skills include but notlimited:

? Advocacy and networking skills

? The ability to interpret, analyse and present data

? Excellent communication, interpersonal and team building skills

? Knowledge and understanding of social issues

? A non-judgmental and positive attitude

? Creative thinking and the ability to solve problems

? Compassion and empathy for others

Qualification

There are no formal academic entry requirements for this role as training will be

provided, however a bachelor's degree holder in any course is preferrable.

Background checks including a CRB check are likely to be required.

Overseas applicant are welcome to apply .

Job Type: Volunteer

Benefits:

Flexitime Free or subsidised travel Free parking On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:

Northampton, Northamptonshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (required)
Experience:

Youth and community work: 2 years (required)
Location:

Northampton, Northamptonshire (preferred)
Work Location: In person