Part-Time Youth Wellbeing Project Worker - Girls 16-25

Voluntary Action Sheffield; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - GBP 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A community support organization in Barnsley is seeking a project worker for their Girls@HOME programme, aimed at supporting young women aged 16-25 to improve their mental health and make positive life decisions. This part-time role involves providing one-to-one and group work support, alongside signposting individuals to relevant services. The ideal candidate will have experience working with young women and insight into the social challenges they face. The organization offers a supportive work environment and generous benefits including 38 days of annual leave and a pension contribution.

Benefits

38 days of Annual Leave

8% employer pension contribution

Cycle-to-Work Scheme

Flexibility to take Bank Holiday days

Special leave for bereavement, study, and personal circumstances

Regular team social events

Learning and development opportunities

Registered Real Living Wage Employer

Qualifications

• Proven experience of working with young women of this age group.
• Knowledge around mental health and its challenges.
• Understanding of the impact of misogyny and structural systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and group work support for young women.
• Support referral processes and cover sessions as required.
• Signpost young women to wider support services available in Barnsley.

Skills

Experience working with young women aged 16-25

Knowledge of mental health

Understanding of social issues affecting young women

Job description

A community support organization in Barnsley is seeking a project worker for their Girls@HOME programme, aimed at supporting young women aged 16-25 to improve their mental health and make positive life decisions. This part-time role involves providing one-to-one and group work support, alongside signposting individuals to relevant services. The ideal candidate will have experience working with young women and insight into the social challenges they face. The organization offers a supportive work environment and generous benefits including 38 days of annual leave and a pension contribution.