This is an exciting and varied position which involves recruiting, training, supporting and supervising adult volunteers/mentors to work with vulnerable young people who are housed in our supported living services.

The volunteers will be delivering the Positive Placements employment programme, and you will be responsible for supporting the delivery of this project. You will assess the needs of the young people referred to the project, and support the mentors to develop action plans and set and review targets.

You will be required to build links and financial support from local stakeholders and businesses, which can lead on to greater opportunities for work experience, apprenticeships and employment for the young people we support.

You must have previous experience of recruiting and supporting volunteers and demonstrate an understanding of the needs of unemployed young people.

This position will involve working evenings and weekends as required, and you must have a valid driving licence and access to your own transport.

YMCA DownsLink Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

Successful applicants are required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)

Closing date Tuesday, December 2nd 2014