Social Worker Case Manager - Youth Justice Team in Sefton, Merseyside

Job Title: Social Worker Case Manager – Youth Justice Team
Specialism: Social Worker – Children
Location: Sefton, UK
Salary: £40.00 per hour
Type: Ongoing, Part Time / Full Time

Social Worker Case Manager within the Youth Justice Team in Sefton, earning £40.00 per hour. This ongoing locum opportunity offers both part-time and full-time flexibility, providing an excellent chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people. Working within Sefton's Youth Justice Service, you will support children to make positive life changes, reduce the risk of offending, and achieve better outcomes through effective intervention, safeguarding, and partnership working.

Perks and benefits

• Part Time / Full Time: Choose a working pattern that fits your lifestyle while continuing to make a positive impact.
• Hourly Pay: Earn a competitive rate of £40.00 per hour, rewarding your skills, experience, and commitment.
• Varied Experience: Work with a diverse range of children, young people, families, and professionals, ensuring every day brings new challenges and opportunities.
• Professional Development: Access ongoing learning opportunities to enhance your career within children's services and youth justice.
• Supportive Team Environment: Join a dedicated team committed to achieving the best outcomes for young people.
• Meaningful Impact: Help shape brighter futures by supporting children to move away from offending behaviour and towards positive outcomes.

What you will do

• Case Management: Manage a caseload of children and young people involved with the Youth Justice Service, ensuring effective intervention and support.
• Assessments: Undertake comprehensive assessments of risk, need, vulnerability, and protective factors.
• Intervention Planning: Develop and implement personalised intervention plans aimed at preventing offending and reducing risk.
• Direct Work: Build effective relationships with children, young people, and families, delivering meaningful interventions that encourage positive change.
• Safeguarding: Identify and respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns, ensuring the welfare and protection of children and young people.
• Multi-Agency Working: Collaborate with social care, education, police, health services, and other partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes.
• Risk Management: Manage risks effectively while supporting rehabilitation, personal development, and community safety.
• Engagement: Use creative approaches to engage hard-to-reach children and families, fostering trust and participation.
• Report Writing: Prepare high-quality assessments, reports, and documentation for courts, panels, and partner agencies.
• Public Protection: Ensure legal and statutory responsibilities are met while promoting the best interests of children and the wider community.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate, timely, and professional case records in accordance with organisational and statutory requirements.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Social Work Qualification: Degree in Social Work or equivalent recognised qualification.
• Registration: Current Social Work England registration.
• Experience: Previous experience within Children's Social Care, Youth Justice, Youth Offending Services, or related settings.
• Youth Justice Knowledge: Strong understanding of youth justice legislation, safeguarding procedures, risk management, and restorative approaches.
• Assessment Skills: Experience undertaking assessments, intervention planning, and risk analysis.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication abilities.
• Partnership Working: Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary and multi-agency environments.
• Organisational Skills: Strong case management and workload prioritisation skills.
• Child-Centred Practice: Commitment to ensuring the voice of the child is central to all areas of practice and decision-making.

Why Sefton

Sefton offers an outstanding quality of life, combining beautiful coastlines, vibrant communities, and excellent local amenities. With easy access to both countryside and city attractions, Sefton provides the perfect setting for a balanced lifestyle. Whether you're enjoying the stunning beaches, exploring local culture, or becoming part of a welcoming community, Sefton is a fantastic place to live and work.

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