Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and innovative individual to join the Bleeding Disorder Network of Wales. We are looking for a Youth Worker to join our MDT to deliver a supportive youth work service, designed specifically around the needs of children, young people and young adults with Inherited Bleeding Disorders. They will demonstrate enthusiasm, compassion and the ability to problem solve creatively. Please contact us for more information or to arrange a visit. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will contribute to the development of transition services and to act as an advocate and source of support for young patients aged 11 to 25 relating to their all-round cultural and diversity, developmental and emotional needs. To effectively deliver youth support to young adults within the Bleeding Disorder Network, including those teenagers requiring support whilst in the transitioning processes aged 11+. The position will require the ability to work unsupervised and exercise initiative in the co-ordination of their duties. This will include the continued development of youth work services within the service through identified project aims. The post holder will provide a wide range of appropriate recreational and social activities to enable young people to develop cognitive, social and emotional skills throughout the service. To work in collaboration with health colleagues to support gender specific servicesby supporting young women who have a bleeding disorder engage in joint gynaecological and carrier clinics. The post holder will work in partnership with the MDT in neighbouring health boards, attending outreach clinics.
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.
Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Must be able to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service.
Desirable
- Ability to speak Welsh. Ability to speak other languages.
Special Knowledge
Essential
- Effective in planning, implementation and decision making
Desirable
- Experience of effective leadership. Insight into role and responsibilities of post
Skills
Essential
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Substantial experience of delivering youth work practice with young people in a variety of settings
Desirable
- Experience of working with young people with long-term health conditions and their families
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree and Diploma qualification in Youth Work, Psychology or Social Work
Desirable
- Additional qualifications and/or training relating to youth work management and leadership Accreditation Training e.g AQA Unit Award Scheme
Person Specification
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Must be able to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service.
Desirable
- Ability to speak Welsh. Ability to speak other languages.
Special Knowledge
Essential
- Effective in planning, implementation and decision making
Desirable
- Experience of effective leadership. Insight into role and responsibilities of post
Skills
Essential
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Substantial experience of delivering youth work practice with young people in a variety of settings
Desirable
- Experience of working with young people with long-term health conditions and their families
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree and Diploma qualification in Youth Work, Psychology or Social Work
Desirable
- Additional qualifications and/or training relating to youth work management and leadership Accreditation Training e.g AQA Unit Award Scheme
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
