Children Support Worker

3 weeks ago


Chelmsford, United Kingdom Prospero Health & Social Care - Chelmsford Full time

Job Title: Family Support Worker
Company: Prospero Health and Social Care

Main Duties and Responsibilities:
· Conduct thorough assessments to identify trauma-related issues and challenging behaviours in teenagers.
· Dealing with young people with medium to high-risk support.
· Develop and implement individualised service plans in collaboration with families, incorporating trauma-informed and behaviour management strategies.
· Provide immediate support during crises, utilising trauma-informed and de-escalation techniques.
· Develop and implement behaviour support plans, incorporating positive reinforcement and evidence-based interventions.
· Work closely with families to understand the dynamics of trauma and challenging behaviours.
· Provide education to families on trauma, its impact on behaviour, and effective strategies for fostering a positive and structured home environment.
· Advocate for adolescents and their families to ensure access to appropriate services, including mental health resources, educational support, and specialised programs.
· Collaborate with external agencies and professionals to create a holistic support network.
· Facilitate individual and group sessions to build coping skills, emotional regulation, and interpersonal relationships.
· Implement trauma-focused therapeutic interventions tailored to the unique needs of each teenager.
· Maintain accurate and confidential documentation, ensuring compliance with reporting requirements.

Qualifications:
· Substantial experience working with teenagers who have experienced trauma and challenging behaviours.
· Proficiency in trauma-informed care and behaviours management strategies.
· Strong communication and crisis intervention skills.
· Ability to collaborate effectively with families, school personnel, and other professionals.
Preferred Skills:
· Certification in trauma-focused therapeutic approaches or behaviour management.
· Familiarity with evidence-based interventions for challenging behaviours in adolescents.
· Experience in a variety of therapeutic modalities, such as cognitive-behavioural therapy or dialectical behaviour therapy.

To apply for this role:
· Must have 1 year UK experience working with children and young people who have challenging behaviour
· Have an enhanced Child and Adult DBS registered on the update service or willing to process a new one through Prospero Health and Social
· Capable of providing references covering the last 3 years with professional email addresses.

For further information please contact Nina at Prospero Health & Social Care on: (phone number removed) to discuss the position further or Email: (url removed)



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