Young people aged 13 to 18 residing in a reception center have often experienced a lot. They need structure and regularity. This requires knowledge and skills from you as a youth worker. They are supervised 24/7 so that from the age of 18, they can live independently in a reception center, their country of origin, or their own home. Within the team, a good working atmosphere is very important, and colleagues work closely together. Regular meetings and (intervision) discussions take place to ensure quality.
What you do
- Regularly conduct mentoring interviews with young people as a dedicated supervisor.
- Maintain contact with external organizations and care providers, such as the guardian, school, and general practitioner.
- Ensure a safe and livable residential environment.
- Be a visible point of contact for young people.
What they ask Education.
- Relevant HBO or university degree: Social Work, Social Work and Services, SPH, CMV, Teacher Training, Pedagogy, Psychology, or another degree within Social Sciences.
- SKJ registered or have the possibility to obtain SKJ registration within two years.
- A relevant MBO education combined with SKJ registration is also possible.
Work experience.
- Minimum 1 year of work experience as a youth worker, youth social worker, social worker, or supervisor in youth care, youth assistance, mental health care (GGZ), healthcare, and/or welfare work.
Personality.
- Be resilient.
- Be empathetic with a big heart for youth, without losing professional distance.
- Be clear in setting boundaries.
Flexibility.
- Be available for day, evening, night, and weekend shifts (night shifts are always waking shifts). This is a strict requirement for this position.
- Always work with at least one other colleague.
Practical
- A team consists of 15 to 40 employees, including youth workers, residential supervisors, and behavioral experts.
- A pre-employment screening is conducted upon an offer, including a request for a Certificate of Conduct (VOG), diploma and certificate verification, and identity verification.
- The organization values integrity, reliability, human dignity, collaboration, openness, and results-orientation.
- Diversity and inclusion are important, with equal opportunities for all colleagues.
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