Youth Worker volunteer for One YMCA

Welwyn Hatfield Community And Voluntary Services Limited; Hatfield; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A community organization is seeking Youth Worker volunteers in Hatfield to support young people by providing practical advice and a listening ear. Ideal for individuals aged 18–25 or university students. Training and support will be provided. A Criminal Records Check (DBS) is required for this long-term commitment role.

Benefits

Full training and support

Access to events and celebrations

Qualifications

• Volunteers must be registered and willing to undergo a DBS check.
• Must be comfortable working with young people.

Responsibilities

• Support youth work activities and workshops.
• Supervise young people in discussion sessions.
• Build positive relationships with young people.

Skills

Listening skills

Ability to support young people

Relationship building

Job description

Before you can register your interest for this opportunity you must be registered as a volunteer. Register with the Volunteer Centre, or if you have already registered, please log in.

Opportunity Details

One YMCA are looking for Youth Worker volunteers young people by providing a listening ear and practical support.

You’ll find plenty of ways to use your listening skills as well as being a first point of advice for practical concerns that young people face or for supporting them in fun and exciting activities and games. We have our Youth Sessions based in Hatfield on:

• Wednesdays – The Hive @ Jim McDonald Centre, AL10 8HR (Seniors – 4:30 pm to 6 pm)
• Thursdays – St John’ Youth Centre, AL10 9BZ (Juniors – 4:30 pm to 6 pm; Project Group – 6:30 to 7:30)

Opportunity Type: Long‑term Commitment
District: Welwyn/Hatfield
Location: Indoor
Time of day: Weekday Afternoons, Weekday Evenings

Practical Considerations

The application process is simple – we then carry out an informal interview and apply for a DBS check as well as requesting details of two referees. We also provide full training and support throughout your journey and you will have access to events and celebrations throughout the year! We look forward to welcoming you to be a part of the One YMCA Family.

Requirements

Will require a criminal record check (DBS).

Suitable for

18 – 25 year olds, Aged 26 and over, University students, Older People.

Areas of Work

• Supporting youth work activities and workshops
• Supervising young people in discussion sessions
• Building positive relationships with young people
• Working with other staff to plan and evaluate activities by gaining feedback

Accessibility

Does this opportunity provide wheelchair access? No.