Our client is keen to appoint a temporary Personal Advisor to improve the life chances of young people who have left local authority care, in accordance with relevant legislation.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee a caseload of care leavers, offering guidance, support, and advice while adhering to the statutory framework for service provision
Assist in developing essential self-care skills.
Develop and implement Pathway Plans tailored to each young person's circumstances, needs, potential, and aspirations
Coordinate statutory reviews of Pathway Plans and revise them as necessary.
Collaborate with care leavers' parents, caregivers, and other significant adults to foster and nurture relationships whenever feasible
Prioritise listening to and considering the perspectives and desires of young people, utilising a person-centered approach in all interactions
Act as an advocate for care leavers
Engage individuals in educational, training, and employment opportunities
Guarantee that eligible care leavers receive their full welfare entitlements
Facilitate access to available accommodation options and provide the necessary support to maintain housing stability for care leavers
Promote the comprehensive health needs of care leavers and facilitate their access to a wide range of health services
Maintain regular communication with care leavers who opt not to engage with the service
Assess and understand potential risks to care leavers' well-being and promptly inform managers when intervention or additional support is warranted
Maintain accurate electronic records in compliance with departmental and statutory regulations
Participate in supervision, professional development, and training activities, contributing to service planning as necessary
Undertake any other duties of similar nature as requiredExperience and Skills Required
Experience working with young people
Multi-agency working experience
Knowledge of relevant key legislation
Excellent communication skills
Confident IT abilities
Empathetic and sensitive approachSo, if you feel that this role would be a great fit, click 'apply' or contact us to discuss further.
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