Violence Support Worker

Youth Violence Support Worker
Location: Emergency Department, Luton & Dunstable Hospital
Client Group: Young people aged 10-25 affected by violence
Working Pattern: Full and Part time considered
Contract: End of March
Pay: 27K
 
About the Role
You''ll support young people admitted to hospital due to violence-related injuries. Your role starts in A&E and continues after discharge, helping them access long-term support and avoid re-victimisation. You''ll work closely with hospital staff, clinicians, and community services.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and assess young victims of violence in hospital
• Provide emotional and practical support during admission and after discharge
• Create support and risk management plans
• Work with agencies like police, youth offending teams, and social services
• Help with housing, appointments, education/training, and court support
• Keep accurate case notes and contribute to project monitoring
• Promote positive lifestyle changes
• Occasionally support other projects

• Experience working with vulnerable or high-risk young people
• Lived experience of the criminal justice system or similar challenges (encouraged to apply)
• Ability to work flexibly, including weekends and across sites
• Strong communication and advocacy skills
• Experience in multi-agency working and safeguarding
• Ability to engage with challenging individuals and assess risk
• Relevant qualification in social care, youth work, or advice work (or working towards one)
• Knowledge of issues like youth violence, exploitation, trauma, and social exclusion
• Understanding of diversity, inclusion, and anti-discriminatory practice

• DBS check
• NHS honorary contract