Vanrath are pleased to be recruiting for Band 4 Family Support Worker on behalf of a public sector body in Derry on a temporary basis.
What's in it for you?
* Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm
* Temporary
* £14.06
Role Purpose
To provide a flexible support service to families with children in need in keeping with the assessed Care Plan and this will include some evening/weekend work.
Responsibilities
* To assist Social Workers in assessing the needs of children, young people and families in accordance with Legislation, Policy and Procedure.
* To assist Social Workers in the implementation of Child Care Plans.
* To undertake direct work with children and young people.
* To facilitate supervised Family Time / contact arrangements. This will include driving duties.
* To support parents, children and young people in developing confidence and self-esteem.
* To contribute to parenting programmes (individual and group work).
* To maintain individual caseloads and provide reports and information as required including giving evidence in Court.
* To maintain appropriate records.
* To participate in supervision, peer support groups and appropriate training and developments.
* To participate in Team Meetings and contribute to the development of the Team.
* To liaise with other agencies in multi-disciplinary work appropriate to individual cases.
* To highlight concerns/untoward events regarding children and young people in keeping with Trust Policies and Procedures.
Essential Criteria
* Minimum of Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) in a care related subject or an educational related subject AND 1 year’s experience of working with families/children in a formal setting, where the work was regular.
* Level 2 qualification in a care related or an educational related subject AND 4 years’ experience of working with families/children in a formal setting, where the work was regular.
* Currently hold or be eligible for immediate registration with the NISCC on the Social Care part of the register IND04.
To apply today contact Leanne Garrett in the strictest confidence.
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