Family Support Worker Required for Family Assessment Centre in Harlow Essex CM17

£13.50 per hour depending on experience and qualifications.

37.5 hours per week rotation shift pattern long shifts and half shifts

Job Summary of Family Support Worker

 To work in partnership with parents / carers and other agencies encouraging and empowering families to understand and meet the needs of their children.

To engage effectively with the residents, to observe the restrictions of confidentiality and to always respect the dignity of residents.

Requirements of Family Support Worker

•        Driver's license and a vehicle

•        Caring and empathetic attitude

•        Good communication skills

•        Willingness to learn.

•        Self-motivated, well organized & reliable

•        NVQ Level 3 Health and Social Children and Young People Essential

Main Duties and Responsibilities of Family Support Worker

• To monitor and observe and keep appropriate written records.

• Provide 1:1 support / advice to parents & children.

• Demonstrate and promote social and interpersonal skills when appropriate.

• Keep appropriate written records.

• Meet agreed targets and objectives.

• Attend Family Reviews /Conferences as required

• Maintain appropriate relationships with Referrers and other Professionals.

• To provide aftercare where appropriate

• To undertake any appropriate training as required. Health and Safety

• To be aware of all Policies and Procedures

 Always maintain a professional approach.

• Good time keeping and attendance

• Good overall conduct and presentation professionally

• To take on other tasks/duties deemed suitable by the Manager

For more information on Family Support Worker Role contact

Mick Hull Fieldview Care Recruitment Solutions