Violence Support Worker

Location

Emergency Department, Luton & Dunstable Hospital

Young people aged 10-25 affected by violence

Full and Part time considered

End of March

25
-27K

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.

• 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 St Giles 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