Vanrath are pleased to be recruiting for Band 4 Family Support Worker on behalf of a Public Sector body in Derry on a temp basis. What's in it for you? Several roles (37.5hrs/ 30hrs/15hrs) 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. To assist Social Workers in assessing the needs to 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. About you: Essential Criteria: Minimum of Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) in a care related subject or an educational related subject AND 1 years' experience of working with families/children in a formal setting, where the work was regular OR Level 2 qualification in a Care related or an educational related subject AND 2 years' experience of working with families/children in a formal setting, where the work was regular OR 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 Hold a current full driving licence which is valid for use in the UK and have access to a car on appointment IND04 To apply today contact Leanne Garrett in the strictest confidence.
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