Remedy Recruitment Group are currently seeking an experienced Fostering Independent Reviewing Officer to work in Devon Council.
Job Purpose
Contribute to high quality fostering services through reviewing foster carers suitability to foster and terms of approval annually as required by the fostering regulations and with mind to the national minimum standards.
The fostering independent reviewing officer will conduct foster carer annual reviews and high quality reports for Fostering Devon. Quality assurance of service provision, including case management records will be an intrinsic part of this role. Individuals will have the necessary understanding and experience of the role of fostering and the role of an independent reviewing officer.
Main duties and responsibilities
1. Chair foster carer annual reviews as required by the fostering regulations.
2. Chair and minute annual reviews, ensuring all relevant information is shared and discussed. Information from a variety of sources should be incorporated, as stipulated by the fostering regulations and the organisation. Provide a clear summary of the meeting and recommended actions.
3. Highlight areas of good practice and areas for development for both the foster carer and the organisation.
4. Robustly review foster carers suitability to foster and capability to meet the needs of children, with consideration to their terms of approval. Provid...