Youth Conference Coordinator - Youth Justice Agency

Location: Newtownards (Covering Ards & North Down and Lisburn & Castlereagh Council areas
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: Minimum 4 months subject to review
Rate of Pay: £17.43 per hour

Hours of Work:

• Flexible working hours, including evenings.
• Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (evening work may be offset by time off in lieu).
• Travelling and subsistence will be paid in line with NICS Policy.

Main Duties:

• Operate within the policies and guidelines of the Youth Justice Agency (YJA) as directed by management.
• Support and challenge young people (aged 10-17) in or on the fringes of the Criminal Justice System to desist from offending and improve their life chances.
• Oversee, supervise, and manage Court Orders, Public Prosecution Service Plans, and voluntary arrangements.
• Facilitate Youth Engagement Clinics in partnership with the Police Service for Northern Ireland and the Public Prosecution Service.
• Conduct assessments, including the Youth Justice Agency Assessment, to develop tailored intervention plans addressing risk, vulnerability, and health and safety.
• Undertake Youth Conferences to ensure restorative interventions and incorporate victims' views.
• Work closely with victims, ensuring their voices are heard and their engagement is supported.
• Collaborate with young people, families, communities, and professionals to support positive behavioral change and reduce offending.
• Establish multi-agency and community networks for partnership-based interventions and reintegration of young people.
• Source, risk assess, and manage meaningful Reparative Activity placements.
• Prepare and deliver high-quality oral and written reports for case conferences, reviews, and Courts.
• Maintain accurate records in line with YJA case recording policy.
• Promote and deliver restorative approaches to support young people and engage victims.
• Participate in training, supervision, team meetings, and staff development programs.
• Serve as an Officer of the Court.
• Perform other reasonable duties within the role's scope.

Essential Criteria:

• Qualifications: Degree in Social Work or Degree in Youth and Community Work.
• Experience: Demonstrated experience of:
  • Working with young people displaying challenging behavior.
  • Writing formal reports.
• Transport: Valid driving license and access to a vehicle for travel, including to remote areas not accessible by public transport.
• Other Requirements:
  • Registered with NISCC.
  • Warner interview applicable.

How to Apply:
To apply, please submit your CV to or apply below.

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