Child and Youth Care Worker (Early Years)
You will ensure the wellbeing of residents by supervising, maintaining and developing the standards of care within the House, participating in direct care activities as determined by policies and procedures and ensuring the highest level of Child Care Practice and using appropriate methods and techniques of Social Work intervention to meet the needs of residents.
Qualifications
* Hold a SVQ 3 and HNC in Social Care or an equivalent qualification at SCQF Level 6 (SCQF) and have the potential to achieve SVQ Level 4 in Social Care.
* Experience of working directly with children in a residential setting, report writing and preparing care plans.
* Knowledge & understanding of National Care Standards, childcare practice, legislation and SSSC code of practice.
* Effective communication skills both verbally & written.
* Ability to carry out restraints, deal with stressful situations, manage a client group with a range of emotions, lead and supervise a team, organise and delegate tasks, motivate others and ensure a safe and secure environment for looked after children.
* Flexible approach to work including shifts, weekends and covering for other staff.
* Registered with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) or ability to achieve registration within 6 months of appointment.
* A driving licence and knowledge of child development desirable.
Employment Details
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Temporary
* Job function: Administrative
* Industry: Individual and Family Services
Other Information
Post is temporary, subject to business needs and funding for 1 year or until the requirement for the post ceases, whichever is earlier.
If successful, you will be required to undertake a Disclosure Scotland check; the level of check will be determined by the duties of the post. For further information regarding Disclosure Scotland checks, please visit www.disclosurescotland.co.uk.
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