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Young Persons Drug and Alcohol Worker (E6454) - Barca Leeds

Barca Leeds, Leeds

Young Persons Drug and Alcohol Worker (E6454) - Barca Leeds

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Barca Leeds, Leeds

  • Part time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 1 day ago, 19 Dec | Get your application in today.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 4970aecee2264299929e835175276690

Full Job Description

The post holder will be based within Forward Leeds, the Integrated Drug and Alcohol service in Leeds. The Young Person's team deliver drug and alcohol related interventions for young people (up to 21 years, or 24 years, depending on vulnerability) across Leeds. The team works on a predominantly outreach basis, delivering one-one sessions in a variety of community settings, including school and home visits. This post will focus on the under 18's cohort.

The role may also include delivering targeted group work sessions, drop-ins and service promotion at events. This will be through local community events, city wide events and at other public facing venues and arenas. The candidate will need to be engaging and comfortable with approaching and talking to members of the public and delivering opportunistic brief interventions. Occasional evening and weekend work will be required.

What we are looking for?

We are looking for someone passionate about helping young people who have been affected by drug and alcohol related issues.

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