Ashberry Recruitment are looking for a Specialist Support Worker for our well-respected client. This is to join their refugee resettlement team. The role is to cover the West Lancashire area (Skelmersdale and Ormskirk).
The role will be considered as a temp to perm for the right candidate. The role is to cover a 12 month-fixed term role, with a view to extension based on funding.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the following duties:
* Prepare rented properties in anticipation of the families arrival
* Coordinate an intensive two-week orientation service
* Support families in setting up their tenancies, moving in and settling in process
* Develop partnership working with key services within the Lancashire area to offer a multi-agency support package including translation and interpretation services
* Create an ongoing casework support package including needs and risks assessment
* Support the families to integrate into the local community and develop a network of support
* Accurately collate records and report outcomes to the local authorities and management team.
* Be sympathetic to the needs of displaced and traumatised people
* Maintain confidentiality and be sensitive to the local community
* Attend regular meetings with key agencies and local authorities
Salary/Hours
* 40 Hours per week
* Monday to Friday – 08:00-16:30
* £30,492.57