Volunteers – Youth Justice Service

Job title:

Volunteers – Youth Justice Service

Company

Croydon Council

Job description

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!*Please complete the form attached below and send by email provided in the application form to apply.Please do not click “Apply for Job”.Do you care about the young people of Croydon and would like an opportunity to support them to build their identity and make positive choices for their future?This is an exciting opportunity to work with Croydon Youth Justice Service (YJS) who are looking for local volunteers to join the team as Community Panel Members (CPM’s). A great opportunity if you could spare 1.5 hours, 2 or 3 times a month (or more) to help shape the future of young people. A real opportunity to make a difference and a chance to use and develop your skills and experience.Who we are:Croydon YJS is part of Croydon Council and works with young people who have come to police attention and/or have been sentenced by the Courts.Description of role:CPM’s play an active role in creating intervention plans with young people who are subject to Referral Orders from the CourtIn this role you will represent the local community when a young person has been given a Referral Order from Court. This is mainly for young people who have appeared in court for the first time and have pleaded guilty.Requirements:– You would need to attend compulsory training on four consecutive Saturdays (dates to be confirmed)– Interest in working with young people to help build their identity– Excellent communication skills, and ability to effectively engage with young people and their parents/ carers.– Personal integrity and discretion.– An awareness of and respect for different ethnic, cultural and social backgrounds.– Ability to work with others.– An awareness of local issues affecting young people and communities.– A firm commitment to confidentiality.Enhanced DBS check is required for the role.Applications close on 27th April 2025.Further information & how to apply:Further information and the application form can be found on the link below.If you would like to talk to someone about this opportunity, please contact Anne Marie Sweeney or Sharon Lindsay at Croydon YJS on 02084045800, or email orAdditional Information

Expected salary

Location

Croydon, Greater London

Job date

Sun, 16 Mar 2025 03:00:22 GMT

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