Young Peoples Wellbeing worker

About The RoleAre you an enthusiastic and passionate person who is committed to improving the outcomes for Children, Young People and families who are effected by substance use in Harrow? Do you want to join our innovative and dynamic team of harm reduction staff delivering Harrows Children's and Young Persons (CYP) substance use service?We are delighted to be able to offer the opportunity to lead one of our drug teams in London Harrow .As a Team Leader, you will lead and manage staff within the Harrow team. You will be required to line manage staff to deliver a range of support services, brief interventions, specialist interventions, engagement work and proactive health initiatives around harm reduction. You will need to be able to work both independently and as part of a multi-agency team around the CYP.You will provide professional leadership, management and support to practitioners so that they can deliver efficient, effective and safe, drug related services.This is an all year-round contract and working hours are Mon – Fri, 37 hours per week with some early evening and weekend working if required to meet the needs of the service.About YouHolding a relevant qualification in substance misuse/youth work/psychology/counselling/ mental health/social care, you will also:Have experience of working with at risk/vulnerable young people in a community settingBe able to deliver behaviour change support, including group workBe knowledgeable about: safeguarding children, confidentiality, consent and mental capacity and Hidden HarmAdopt a flexible approach to work – hours and locationsTo apply, you will need to download and complete our application form. We would be grateful if you could also complete our equality monitoring form.About UsOur objective is to reduce the harms relating to substance use and increase health and wellbeing for Children and Young People in Harrow and reduce health inequalities.The BenefitsWe offer a range of benefits including:27 days’ holiday + bank holidays, rising to 32 days over timeLife assurance at 2 x basic salaryCompetitive contributory pension schemeFamily-friendly policies24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and OH serviceEnhanced sick payExcellent learning & development opportunities and career progressionAnnual performance / salary reviewFor an informal discussion please contact Stuart Haste, Service Manager on 0791 9367256.Closes date: Monday 30th September 2024Interview date: TBC We may close the advert early if sufficient application are received.Compass is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults and you should share our commitment. All Compass posts are subject to appropriate level DBS checks. We value diversity at Compass and welcome applications from all sections of the community.Established for over 30 years, Compass is a national charity which works in communities across the UK providing services spanning substance misuse treatment and rehabilitation, early interventions for vulnerable young people, school aged health programmes and associated prevention as well as treatment and health promotion initiatives.ApplyShare Share Vacancy on Facebook Share Vacancy on X Share Vacancy on LinkedIn Share Vacancy on WhatsAppSend Vacancy to a friend