Organisation Name:
City of York Council
Organisation's Cause(s):
Children / Young People / Families
Crime / Victims / Offenders
Location of voluntary activity:
York
When are volunteers needed: Community Panel Members will be asked to sit on a panel with another volunteer 2 to 3 times per month, we ask for a minimum of 1 year commitment.
Type of Voluntary Activity:
Advice / Information / Support
Community Work
Volunteering with Children & Young People
Role description:
In this role you will represent the local community when a young person has been given a Referral Order from Court. The Panel Members work with the young person around restorative justice to make amends for their behaviour and to tackle the cause of their behaviour.
Skills and behaviours needed for the role:
• An interest in citizenship issues, working with victims to deal with the consequences of crime, and with young offenders to prevent further crime
• Discretion and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• A clear and firm approach to offenders and crime.
• A respect for different ethnic, cultural and social
• backgrounds.
• Effective listening and communication skills.
• An ability to think logically, to weigh arguments and to reach logical conclusions.
• Common sense and realistic expectations.
• An ability to relate to, and work with, others.
• A willingness to listen to advice, and to the views of others.
• Maturity, patience and the ability to remain calm.
Will there be a DBS check? Yes
Driving Licence required? No
Volunteer's own vehicle required? No
Suitable for:
Short term Volunteering
What will the volunteer gain/benefit from:
A chance to use and develop your own skills and experience, access to initial and ongoing training and an opportunity to meet new people, learn new skills, improve confidence and self esteem.
How to get involved:
If you would like to get involved please email alison.cammiss@york.gov.uk
Web link: Click here
Closing date: 30-09-2025