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Volunteer Wellbeing/Inclusion Youth Worker
Organisation Details
Empower Youth Zones
Sub theme: Children, Disability, Health and Wellbeing, Youth Work and Young People
Stellify Award: This opportunity is part of 'Make a Difference'
Organisation Description: EMPOWER is the charity that oversees the creation, management and sustainability of Youth Zones in Manchester and Salford.
We give young people from a diverse range of backgrounds access to incredible facilities in a vibrant, purpose-built space packed with engaging activities, the opportunity to make friends, develop new skills, unlock their potential and have fun.
This is passionate and properly funded youth provision: a dedicated partnership between young people, their local community, local authorities and a dedicated following of patrons and supporters.
We are providing a new narrative. One that focuses on celebrating the strengths of young people and our communities.
Our Vision
Children and young people in Manchester and Salford are inspired to lead healthy, happy, safe and successful lives.
Our Mission
Empower provides children and young people with somewhere safe to go, something positive to do and someone trusted to talk to.
We give young people from a diverse range of backgrounds access to incredible facilities in a vibrant, purpose-built space packed with engaging activities, the opportunity to make friends, develop new skills, unlock their potential and have fun.
This is passionate and properly funded youth provision: a dedicated partnership between young people, their local community, local authorities and a dedicated following of patrons and supporters.
We are providing a new narrative. One that focuses on celebrating the strengths of young people and our communities.
Our Vision
Children and young people in Manchester and Salford are inspired to lead healthy, happy, safe and successful lives.
Our Mission
Empower provides children and young people with somewhere safe to go, something positive to do and someone trusted to talk to.
Description of role: About the role
Our Volunteer Wellbeing/Inclusion Youth Workers help us deliver a range of specialist sessions that provide young people with additional needs the opportunity to engage in fun and inclusive activities; helping build confidence, social skills and overall wellbeing. Opening an inclusion offer helps create a supportive environment for young people with additional needs, as well as their families or guardians to connect.
What can you expect to be doing?
• Supporting young people with additional supports needs whilst they participate in activities around the youth zone
• Actively engaging with and spending time with young people with additional support needs and their families/guardians
• Motivating young people to participate and enjoy sessions
• Building positive relationships with young people and their families/guardians across the Youth Zone
• Providing 1-2-1 support where needed
• Acting as a positive role model for young people
• Promoting an inclusive culture where all young people are listened to, valued and cared for.
What are the benefits to you and our young people?
You will gain new skills and develop existing ones whilst making a significant contribution to the lives of the young people. You will become part of our team and our young people will have a great time. You will enhance your CV whilst also being there as a positive role model to many of our young people. After 3 months of committed volunteering, a reference can be provided. The benefits really are endless!
We’re looking for someone who:
• Interest or experience in supporting young people with additional needs would be great but if not, a willingness to learn
and passion to get involved
• Enjoys meeting and engaging with people from a wide range of backgrounds
• Is organised and efficient
• Shares the same values of HideOut
• Is committed to making a positive impact on the lives of young people.
Our Volunteer Wellbeing/Inclusion Youth Workers help us deliver a range of specialist sessions that provide young people with additional needs the opportunity to engage in fun and inclusive activities; helping build confidence, social skills and overall wellbeing. Opening an inclusion offer helps create a supportive environment for young people with additional needs, as well as their families or guardians to connect.
What can you expect to be doing?
• Supporting young people with additional supports needs whilst they participate in activities around the youth zone
• Actively engaging with and spending time with young people with additional support needs and their families/guardians
• Motivating young people to participate and enjoy sessions
• Building positive relationships with young people and their families/guardians across the Youth Zone
• Providing 1-2-1 support where needed
• Acting as a positive role model for young people
• Promoting an inclusive culture where all young people are listened to, valued and cared for.
What are the benefits to you and our young people?
You will gain new skills and develop existing ones whilst making a significant contribution to the lives of the young people. You will become part of our team and our young people will have a great time. You will enhance your CV whilst also being there as a positive role model to many of our young people. After 3 months of committed volunteering, a reference can be provided. The benefits really are endless!
We’re looking for someone who:
• Interest or experience in supporting young people with additional needs would be great but if not, a willingness to learn
and passion to get involved
• Enjoys meeting and engaging with people from a wide range of backgrounds
• Is organised and efficient
• Shares the same values of HideOut
• Is committed to making a positive impact on the lives of young people.
Skills / qualities associated with the role: Oral Communication Skills, Practical Skills, Team Working
Are volunteer expenses available?: Yes
Duration of role: Ongoing / Long term
Opportunity times: Wednesday Afternoon, Wednesday Evening, Friday Afternoon, Friday Evening, Saturday Afternoon, Saturday Evening, Sunday Morning, Sunday Afternoon
DBS required: On
Can reasonable adjustments be made regarding additional needs?: Yes
Is this organisation part of the Sports Volunteering Scheme (SVS)?: No
Minimum hours commitment: 4
Location:
1 Queens Avenue
Manchester
M12 5PX