Personal Advisor, Manchester City Council
Pay rate to £16 per hour
Contract role
We are recruiting an experienced Personal Advisor to work in the New Arrivals team at Manchester City Council.
The Leaving Care Personal Advisor within the New Arrivals team will provide a statutory service to unaccompanied asylum-seeking young people aged 16-25 who have been or are Looked After by Manchester City Council.
You will manage a caseload of young people aged 16-25, supporting social workers to progress post-18 plans.
Establish and maintain positive relationships with service users to support their preparation for adulthood; working proactively with stakeholders to assess needs and ensure positive outcomes.
Provide support and advice, engaging young people with local and national community services.
Monitor, evaluate, and review assessments, making adjustments to help young people achieve their goals.
You will collaborate with a multi-agency team around each child or young person.
You will contribute to the ongoing journey of 'Good to Outstanding' to improve practice quality and compliance.
Work with colleagues and stakeholders to produce support/intervention plans tailored to individual needs, reducing vulnerabilities.
About the Candidate:
Candidates should demonstrate:
* Interpersonal Skills: Understanding others' views, communicating practically, listening attentively.
* Analytical Skills: Engaging with multi-agency partners to gather relevant information.
* Communication Skills: Clear, concise, accurate communication promoting understanding.
* Planning and Organising: Managing multiple tasks effectively, prioritising appropriately.
* Problem Solving and Decision Making: Interpreting rules, knowing when to escalate.
* Administrative Skills: Maintaining accurate records in a dynamic environment.
* IT Skills: Using multiple applications and software packages.
Work with Vitalis to Discover Opportunities in Social Work, Housing, and SEND
At Vitalis, we support your career journey with:
* Dedicated Consultant: Tailored advice and job search support.
* Hassle-Free Registration: Quick and easy onboarding.
* Exclusive Incentives: Referral schemes, bonuses, and perks.
* Compliance Assistance: We handle ongoing paperwork.
* Reliable Payroll: Prompt and consistent payments.
We recruit across public sector roles including:
* Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO)
* Best Interest Assessor (BIA)
* Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)
* Looked After Children (LAC)
* Children’s and Adult Social Work
* Service and Team Management roles
* Housing and SEND in local authorities
Contact me today to explore these opportunities!
Email: olivia.russell@vitalissocialcare.co.uk
Phone: 07521053670
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