Prevention Officer

3 Month Contract With A local Authority

To undertake assessments of children and young people referred to the Youth Justice Service (YJS) Prevention Team and deliver targeted interventions that reduce the risk of offending, re-offending, and anti-social behaviour. The postholder will work collaboratively with young people, families, and partner agencies to promote positive outcomes through restorative and preventative approaches.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake assessments of children and young people referred to the Youth Justice Service Prevention Team.
  
• Develop, deliver, and review targeted intervention plans aimed at reducing offending, re-offending, and anti-social behaviour.
  
• Build positive and effective relationships with children, young people, and their families to encourage engagement and support positive behavioural change.
  
• Apply restorative justice principles and restorative approaches within interventions and casework.
  
• Work collaboratively with partner agencies, including education, social care, police, health services, and voluntary organisations to coordinate appropriate support.
  
• Maintain accurate and timely case records, assessments, reports, and intervention plans in line with organisational policies and statutory requirements.
  
• Monitor and evaluate the progress of young people, adapting interventions where appropriate to achieve positive outcomes.
  
• Contribute to safeguarding children and young people by identifying risks and following relevant safeguarding procedures.
  
• Participate in evening and weekend work as required to meet service needs.
  

Requirements

• Experience of working with children and young people aged 10–17, particularly those who have offended or are at risk of offending and anti-social behaviour.
  
• Understanding of the youth justice system and the impact of the criminal justice process on children and young people.
  
• Knowledge of restorative justice principles and restorative approaches.
  
• Experience of undertaking assessments and developing targeted intervention plans.
  
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to engage effectively with children, young people, families, and partner agencies.
  
• Ability to manage a varied caseload and maintain accurate case records.
  
• Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and relevant legislation relating to children and young people.
  
• Full, valid UK driving licence with access to a suitably insured vehicle.
  

Additional Information

• Location: Cardiff Youth Justice Service.
  
• Hours per Week: 37 hours.
  
• Bi-Weekly Payments