Youth Engagement Coordinator for Mental Health & Wellbeing

Lancashire Mind; Burnley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A mental health charity in the United Kingdom is seeking a Children and Young People Engagement Coordinator. This role requires experience in engaging with young people and delivering programs that enhance mental health and wellbeing in the community. The position offers a minimum of 28 hours per week with a salary of £25,850 pro rata. A supportive workplace culture, including wellness programs and employee benefits, emphasizes the charity's commitment to staff welfare. The contract is fixed-term until April 2027.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Regular supervision

Learning and development opportunities

Enhanced annual leave

Qualifications

• Experience engaging and working with young people in community settings.
• Understanding of peer support and early intervention.
• Ability to quickly build rapport with young people.

Responsibilities

• Engage and work with young people to improve mental health and wellbeing.
• Deliver programs in various locations across East Lancashire.
• Support community involvement and peer support initiatives.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work autonomously

Experience with young people

Job description

A mental health charity in the United Kingdom is seeking a Children and Young People Engagement Coordinator. This role requires experience in engaging with young people and delivering programs that enhance mental health and wellbeing in the community. The position offers a minimum of 28 hours per week with a salary of £25,850 pro rata. A supportive workplace culture, including wellness programs and employee benefits, emphasizes the charity's commitment to staff welfare. The contract is fixed-term until April 2027.