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How many Professional Youth Worker jobs are available on Pertemps?

There are 372 Professional Youth Worker jobs available on Pertemps right now.

What does a Professional Youth Worker do?

Workers in this unit group look after the welfare and support the development of young people.

Tasks required include:

• Provides activities to assist young people develop and fulfil their potential as individuals and within the community.
• Develops relationships with and provides guidance to young people.
• Advises and supports young people experiencing stress or crisis.
• Mentors and counsels young people with mental health problems.
• Manages volunteers and part-time workers, and liaises with other relevant professionals.
• Keeps records and controls budgets.

What are the entry requirements for a Professional Youth Worker?

Professional youth workers require an accredited qualification at degree level, recognised by the National Youth Agency. Experience working with young people may also be useful. Background checks including a DBS check are likely to be required.

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