2 Months Contract with a Local Authority
Summary
* The role involves working directly with and supporting families with children and young people aged 0-18. It requires collaboration with relevant professionals and agencies to ensure positive outcomes and life chances for children and young people in Worcestershire. You will assess, plan, and review the needs of families in a timely manner to ensure that support is in place to meet their current and future needs.
Responsibilities
* Conduct direct work and support for children, including pre-school children, their parents, and/or other relatives/carers as part of an assessment, plan, or review.
* Encourage and empower parents/carers to take responsibility for meeting the needs of their children.
* Develop a better understanding of child development and needs within parents and carers.
* Support the care of children within their families through the provision of parenting support.
* Work with families where there is a high risk of family breakdown.
* Help keep children safe through assessment and planning processes.
Requirements
* Significant experience working in a similar service area with children or families requiring additional support.
* Experience working with families and networks to support individuals in achieving their identified outcomes.
* Practical direct working skills with children, young people, and families to advise, support, persuade, and engage them in meeting their goals and potential.
* Experience in developing positive relationships with children and young people, as well as partnership multi-agency working.
* Ability to understand and work with young people who may have a range of social and emotional difficulties and who can present with complex and challenging behaviors, alongside supporting the whole family.
Essential Qualifications Required
* Education level equivalent to NVQ 3 in a relevant field (Childcare, Early Years, Social Care, or other) or equivalent experience.
* Knowledge of family support services and activities provided by various organizations and agencies.
Additional Information
* Working hours: 37 hours per week
* Bi-weekly payments
* DBS required
The role closes soon, apply ASAP.