Key duties 

1. To provide personalised support

• person-centred and creative one-to-one support for CYP exploring what matters to them 
• link CYP and families to services and community support that will best meet needs 
• work holistically with CYP and families including addressing any barriers to engagement in services or activities 
• work collaboratively with CYP and families helping to empower participants to take positive action for their own wellbeing 
• facilitate ‘soft’ introductions to groups and activities where appropriate 
• manage and prioritise a caseload of participants, ensuring that ambitious performance targets and project objectives are met

2. Support community groups and VCSE organisations  

• develop supportive relationships with local VCSE organisations, community groups, and statutory services 
• constantly develop and hone the asset map of networks, services, and community groups that support CYP and families 
• work with the CYP’s Services Manager to identify gaps in provision and to design creative ways to fill them 
• encourage CYP to volunteer, with the aim of building their own skills and confidence, and to strengthen community resilience 

3. Data capture  

• keep accurate records of service delivery including contributing to the collection of monitoring information and preparation of progress reports 
• follow agreed processes and protocols for receiving, storing and transferring information about participants, and to ensure that confidentiality is maintained – completing all necessary administration in a timely and comprehensive manner 

4. Professional development  

• work with your line manager to undertake continual personal and professional development, taking an active part in reviewing and developing the roles and responsibilities  
• Access regular clinical supervision to enable you to deal effectively with the difficult issues that people present  

General duties

• work as part of the team to seek feedback and continually improve the service 
• work in close partnership with other Trust projects to ensure joined-up working and smooth referral routes 
• maintain a professional attitude and conduct 
• have a flexible approach to working which will include occasional evenings and weekends 
• undertake any other reasonable additional tasks  
• comply with all Trust policies and procedures
• model and encourage our values of: Positivity, Integrity, Excellence, Welcoming, Entrepreneurial, and to fulfil the wider vision of the Trust
• promote good equal opportunities practices and to take positive steps to counter discrimination however and wherever it occurs

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Qualifications

• Education to Level 3 

Experience

• at least 2 years in a role aimed at supporting holistic wellbeing and health  
• of working holistically, on a one-to-one basis, with CYP with poor mental health and wellbeing 
• of recording and monitoring service data 
• of working from an asset–based approach: building on existing community and personal assets 
• of working with the VCSE sector, including with volunteers and small community groups 
• of partnership/collaborative working and of building relationships across a variety of organisations 

Skills/Knowledge

• a genuine passion, empathy, and desire to support CYP to lead healthier and happier lives 
• ability to listen to, and empathise with, CYP and provide person-centred support in a non-judgmental way, respecting lifestyles and diversity, and inspiring trust and confidence. 
• excellent written and verbal communication skills 
• confidence in having difficult conversations 
• ability to develop and maintain partnerships with a range of professionals and stakeholders, promoting collaborative working and finding creative solutions to community issues 
• excellent IT skills, including word processing, spreadsheets, email, and internet research 
• ability to work independently and proactively on own initiative, and to work flexibly and enthusiastically as part of a team  
• excellent organisational skills, with the ability to complete administrative tasks effectively and efficiently, and to organise, plan, and prioritise on own initiative, including when under pressure and meeting deadlines 
• understanding of health inequalities/social determinants of health, and knowledge of community-based interventions that support residents to lead healthier and happier lives 
• an understanding of child development 
• knowledge of community development principles 

Other

• commitment to reducing health inequalities and proactively working to reach CYP from all communities 
• able to demonstrate personal accountability, emotional resilience, and to work well under pressure
• willingness to undertake any other duties associated with the role  
• willingness and ability to work outside normal office hours and across multiple sites 

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Qualifications 

• relevant health, wellbeing or youth related qualification 
• trained in Motivational Interviewing 

Experience

• proven track record of working successfully with health providers, schools, youth organisations, and community groups, to deliver outcomes 
• Youth Worker and/or Social Prescribing Link Worker experience 

Skills and Knowledge 

• an understanding of health, social care and voluntary sector provision, as well as the challenges currently faced, and the issues affecting, local communities  

Other

• knowledge of Southmead and North Bristol, and the issues facing local CYP
• knowledge of VCSE, community and statutory services in the area

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