Belmont Recruitment are currently seeking an experienced Personal Advisor to work with our Local Authority client in the Warrington area. This is a temporary assignment working 37 hours per week (Mon - Fri).
Main Duties:
* To manage a caseload and keep accurate case records of work with young people and undertake statutory recordings
* To contribute to Pathway Plan Assessment and provide ongoing assessment with young people to inform Pathway Planning
* To undertake assessments of young people resuming or wishing to resume education/training or presenting with other support needs post 21 years
* To identify packages of support for young people living in the community and supervise and monitor the delivery of tasks in accordance with the pathway plan to meet young person’s needs
* To develop and maintain relationships with young people who are or have been looked after and promote regular contact and provide keeping in touch visits.
* To prepare reports and present at 16+ multi-agency accommodation panel, Child protection conferences, planning meetings, multi-agency adults at risk (MAARS) panel and court as required
* To empower young people and act an advocate promoting young people’s independence
* To work in partnership and liaise with a range of agencies including; Early Help & Prevention Service, Education and Careers Advice Service, Police, YOS, Health, Housing, Higher/Further Education providers and others as appropriate
* To ensure that young people receive appropriate financial support and assist in developing their financial management skills
Essential Criteria:
* Experience of working with care leavers, or relevant experience working with young people
* Knowledge of Leaving Care legislation and guidance
* Good assessment and recording skills
* Understanding of a range of issues related to care leavers/young people
* Knowledge of child and adult development
* Ability to communicate effectively with children and young people
* Outstanding organisational and time management skills, with the ability to effectively prioritise deadlines
* NVQ Level 3 in childcare or other relevant professional qualification
If your skills match the above criteria, apply with your updated CV