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Family Support Worker
Do you want to make a real difference in the lives of children and families?
Service Care Solutions are looking for a passionate and experienced Family Support Worker to join Walsall Council on their Early Help team.
Contract: 3 months plus ongoing
Pay: £16.26 an hour
Location:Silvercourt,Brownhills,Walsall, WS86HA
About the Role:
This is a multifaceted role where you'll play a vital role in supporting families with children aged 0-19 who face complex challenges.
You'll work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, providing a holistic approach to address these needs and prevent children from entering care.
Your Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with social workers, teachers, and other professionals to develop and deliver evidence-based interventions.
- Assess family needs, identify risks and vulnerabilities, and make appropriate referrals.
- Work flexibly to meet the needs of families, offering individual or group support programs.
- Empower parents/carers and promote positive parenting practices.
- Contribute to safeguarding procedures and ensure the safety and well-being of children.
- Maintain accurate and confidential case records.
- Participate in team meetings and contribute to service development.
- Uphold Walsall Council's values of equality, diversity, and inclusion.
Requirements:
- A Level 3 qualification or equivalent in a relevant field (e.g., children and young people, social work)
- Experience working with families facing complex needs and safeguarding concerns.
- Experience of working with Children and young people 0 - 19 is essential
- Experience of working with children, young people with SEND
- The ability to work independently, manage your time effectively, and prioritize tasks.
- A strong understanding of child development and safeguarding principles.
- Full UK Driving Licence with access to your own vehicle
- A willingness to travel within Walsall
If you are interested or know of anyone who may be, please contact Kat at Service Care Solutions on 01772208964 or email me at kat.shah@servicecare.org.uk.
Service Care Solutions also offers a £250 referral bonus! So if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive £250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed.
- Rate: Up to £16.26 per hour
- Location: Walsall, England
- Type: Contract
- Industry: Other
- Recruiter: Service Care Solutions Ltd
- Contact: Kat Shah
- Tel: 01772 208 964
- Fax: 01772 471473
- Email: to view click here
- Posted: 2024-06-05 10:59:20 -
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