THE EXTERN ORGANISATION
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: Relief Worker
LOCATION:RoscorYouthVillage
ACCOUNTABLE TO:Project Manager
REPORTED TO BY:Volunteers/Tutors
JOB PURPOSE
Relief/Sessional staff will be required to assist Project Workers with the delivery of a range of quality activities based on individuals and group abilities promoting skills acquisition, education,self esteem, health, environmental awareness etc. for the young people who use the RoscorYouthVillage.
The post holder will support and complement the role of colleagues and visiting staff and work as an effective member of a team.
PROVIDING QUALITY SERVICES
Assess the needs of individuals and groups using the service i.e. the
young people, referral agents and stakeholders.
Plan, agree and provide services which actively engage at an operational
practice level those young people who avail of the designated
programme, within the resources available and promote Extern’s ethos
through a range of quality well managed experiences.
Identify, manage and control risk in a range of environments.
Ensure own practice meets agreed quality standards and relevant codes
of conduct.
PLANNING & MANAGING WORK EFFECTIVELY
Assist in the planning, and initiation of the programme in line with
operational plans and organisational strategy.
Contribute to the setting of objectives for the project.
Contribute to the evaluation and improvement for the programmes
of work offered.
BUILDING POSITIVE RELATIONSHIPS & COMMUNICATION
Represent the project in formal and informal settings.
Contribute to the development of joint working with staff in other agencies e.g. community agencies utilised by the project, community services etc.
Assist with administrative requirements all aspects of the programme including recording of work with clients, referral agencies etc.
Assist ensuring client files, referral agency reports re: clients, any other information relating to the Agency are accessed, stored and
handled in a confidential manner.
Assist with the preparation of written reports/policy papers for Project Co-ordinator.
MANAGING RESOURCES EFFICIENTLY
Take care of project transport and other physical resources used in the provision of residentials, or other activity offered within the programme.
Record weekly operating budget for activity/programme costs.
Be aware and comply with relevant health and safety legislation/
organisational policy and procedures regarding health & safety, in particular when driving minibus and with regard to self and others where outdoor pursuits are offered.
PROMOTING EFFECTIVE PEOPLE MANAGEMENT
Assist with the recruitment and selection of volunteers.
Assist with the management, leadership and development of volunteers working within the project as well as monitor objectives which have been jointly agreed.
Report inappropriate practice.
ENABLING STAFF TO DEVELOP
Contribute to the induction of any volunteers involved in the project.
Assist with the identification of learning needs of volunteers.
Develop own performance and assist with the development of volunteers.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Sessions/groups often run in high-risk environment i.e. outdoors.
Irregular hours including residentials, weekend and evening work.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Relief /SessionalWorker
EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE
Essential Criteria:
Must have a minimum of 4 GCSE’s (Grade C or above to include English Language) or equivalent qualification e.g. NVQ Level II in a relevant subject e.g. child care/youth work.
Hold an Outdoor Pursuits Qualification i.e. kayaking, power boating, hill walking etc (NGB) Level 1 Minimum).
PLUS
Must have a minimum of two years’ relevant, cumulative experience in a paid and/or voluntary capacity (where citing voluntary experience you must provide evidence of number of hours/days worked over what period of time) of direct work with young people, aged 8-17 years, within a structured environment e.g. residential setting, youth project and social work/care, etc.
In addition, successful candidates must have a full driving licencewith access to a car and relevant motor insurance that stipulates you can use your vehicle in connection with your business. (Please note these criteria will be waived in the case of an applicant whose disability prohibits driving but who is able to demonstrate their ability to meet the mobility requirements of the post).
Desirable Criteria:
Hold a Professional Qualification in Social Work, Youth & Community Work, Social Care or related Social Science discipline.
Category D1 on driving licence.
Extern reserves the right to enhance the above criteria where a large number of applications are received.
Last Reviewed August 2010