Social worker
Looked after children team
£20-£26 per hour
Are you passionate about making a positive impact on young lives? Join us at our Looked After Children Team, where every day brings an opportunity to make a difference!
Duties:
1. Assessment and Planning: Conduct thorough assessments of children's needs, strengths, and risks, working closely with the child, their family, and other professionals. Develop and implement comprehensive care plans tailored to each child's unique circumstances.
2. Placement Support: Coordinate and monitor placements for looked after children, ensuring their safety, stability, and well-being. Provide support to foster families, residential care providers, and other caregivers to promote positive outcomes for children.
3. Advocacy: Act as a strong advocate for looked after children, ensuring their voices are heard and their rights are upheld. Represent their best interests in meetings, court proceedings, and other forums, working collaboratively with relevant stakeholders.
4. Support and Intervention: Offer direct support and intervention to children and families facing challenges such as abuse, neglect, trauma, or family breakdown. Provide counselling, guidance, and practical assistance to promote resilience and positive coping strategies.
5. Multi-Agency Collaboration: Work collaboratively with colleagues from v...