Young Person's Resilience Worker

Who we are:

Positive Choices is Change Grow Live’s confidential service in Coventry supporting young people between the ages of 5 and 24. We offer advice and guidance to young people who are affected by a loved one’s drug or alcohol misuse or if they are using drugs or alcohol themselves and want support to make changes. We also support young people around unhealthy partner relationships, sexual health and keeping safe online and in the community. We are an Award-Winning Service with a great reputation across the city looking to expand our team with people who want to make a real difference.

We are delighted to welcome potential candidates to apply for this innovative and exciting position at Positive Choices.  The Young Person's  Resilience Worker with Ketamine Specialist Lead will join a dynamic and passionate team who are dedicated to working towards achieving positive outcomes for young people.  The post holder will take responsibility, directed by the line manager, for the activity across the service that is targeted towards working with identified vulnerable groups who are at risk of developing issues with ketamine use.

Where: Positive Choices Young People’s Risk Taking Behaviour Service in Coventry

Hours: 22.5* part time per week 

Contract Type: Fixed term 12 months

Salary: £27,861.26-£32,002.35* per annum (pro rata) 

Full-time hours at Change Grow Live are 37.5 hours per week. For part-time roles, the salary and payments will be pro rata based on contracted hours.

As a Young Person's Resilience Worker with a Ketamine Lead, you will be part of a city wide multi agency approach to tackle harms associated with ketamine. This will include providing support on social media and marketing campaigns, clinical pathways with partner agencies, external training, internal development as well as direct work with young people. This role will require someone who can work innovatively and think on their feet as well as the dynamics are constantly changing and updating with new information.

The post holder will be responsible for developing partnerships across the city to identify young people and young adults who are using ketamine. The post holder will engage and support young people and young adults who have current or previous experiences of ketamine through a multi-agency support package with a holistic approach.

The successful candidate will have experience of engaging with young people in a variety of settings and providing interventions in response to their needs.  They will know the physical and emotional issues caused by ketamine use and the ability to interact with a range of professionals.

The role is very rewarding, though it can be emotionally taxing. The team are very supportive and is always available for debrief. There is other support in place, such as supervision, a training and induction package, shadowing and team meetings.

What we will give to you: 

• 25 days holiday (+ bank holidays) rising by 1 day for each years’ service “Capped at 30 days” 

• Paid ‘Wellness’ hour each week along with a ‘Wellness’ hub and Employee Assist Programme 

• Contributory pension scheme 

• A great selection of benefits incl. discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays, etc. 

• A friendly and supportive team 

• Training, career development & progression opportunities 

Please reflect the attached Job Description and Person Specifications in your application. 

Change Grow Live is committed to creating an inclusive environment, which celebrates difference and allows our staff and the people we support to flourish. We welcome applications from everyone and value diversity in the workplace.  ​​​​​​​

Throughout the application process, you should aim to demonstrate evidence of the skills and qualities specified in the job description. We would encourage you to look at our website and message us on coventryyp.info@cgl.org.uk if you would like to speak with a member of the team/visit the service prior to attending any interviews.

If shortlisted, your interview will take place on the agreed date. The interview process will likely last around 2-3 hours and will involve a competency-based interview, values-based interview and a group interview.

Direct applications only — we will not be engaging agencies for this vacancy. 

Please note: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. For applicants with time-limited visas, unfortunately, we are unable to support new visa applications or extensions. 

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. 

If this sounds like you and you would like to begin your journey with Change Grow Live, then we would love to talk to you.