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We are looking for volunteer panel members (local people from the borough) to lead discussions with young people, parent(s) and Youth Justice Officers to agree a plan of support and intervention for young people who have offended and sentenced to a community order by the youth court. Volunteers receive 4 full days training (some Saturdays) and must be able to commit to at least one evening per month for a year to sit panels.
• An interest in the needs and welfare of young people. • The ability to relate to others and engage with young people and families. • An understanding of the issues facing young people and their lived experience. • A strong commitment to work without prejudice towards people of different ages, ethnic, cultural and social backgrounds. • An ability to understand documents, to identify and comprehend relevant facts, and to follow arguments. • A willingness to listen to advice and to the views of others and work as a team. • Maturity, patience and the ability to remain calm. • An ability to establish and maintain boundaries. • Reliability and punctuality. • An understanding of the voluntary role - its responsibilities and boundaries.
Rewarding contribution to supporting vulnerable and at risk local young people and families. 4 days training, regular supervision and continuous practice development, Access to online Youth Justice Board online training hub. Signposting and support to Level 5 Restorative Justice Facilitator training with Greenwich University. Supported application to Professional Certificate in Effective Practice (Youth Justice) if appropriate. Employment and personal references provided on completion of one year's volunteering.
4 full days training split between two Saturdays and some weekday evenings. At least one evening a month for a year (with opportunity to do more than that).
