Service Co-ordinator

1 in 10 children in every classroom suffer from a diagnosable mental health disorder. The Blues is an evidenced based CBT influenced programme to support the reduction of depression in young people using an early intervention model. Through our successful partnership with Royal Mail we are able to deliver the Blues programme to 15-18yr old young people in schools, colleges and sixth forms across Downpatrick for the next two years.

The Blues programme is a vital part of our work. We are looking for a motivated Service Coordinator who is committed to supporting young people's mental health to lead this service in Downpatrick, Northern Ireland. You will be part of a national programme across Action for Children's four nations.

These posts are available as a twenty-two month contract or secondment (with agreement of your present line manager).

How you'll make a difference:

By leading a small team to deliver the Blues programme

By delivering group work to around 500 young people as year as a team

By giving young people skills in order to manage their own emotional wellbeing

By working in partnership with schools and colleges

By working with commissioners to embed the services of Action for Children

What you'll need:

NVQ3 or equivalent in youth work, working with families, childcare or other relevant field

Experience of managing staff or volunteers

Ability to develop and manage working partnerships

Experience of delivering evidenced based programmes with fidelity

Experience of working with young people aged 15-18

A commitment to supporting young people's mental health

How we reward you:

One role. Many rewards. Find out about our benefit package here: Action for Children Benefits

For any specific questions regarding this opportunity please contact Sue Rogers, National Lead, on 07919 362696.

Please note: Interviews are planned to be held on the 22nd and 23rd January 2018.

Job reference number: RS102394