Sibling Worker

Acorns Children's Hospice Trust are now looking for a Sibling Worker to join our Family Services Team in our Black Country Hospice, Walsall. The Sibling Worker will work with siblings of children in our care to provide therapeutic-based support both before and after the death of their brother or sister. About the Role Established in 1988, we are a registered charity, based in the West Midlands. We care for babies, children and young people up to 18 years and support their families.

It is estimated that for every child with a life-limiting or life-threatening condition, five family members will be directly impacted. Our aim at Acorns is to help families feel equipped to cope at every stage of their childs life with dedicated teams offering psychological, emotional and practical support. As a Sibling Worker, you will spend time with siblings to assess their needs and plan and review the support that they need. Siblings often have worries and concerns that they may not voice, so you will give them a safe space to discuss their feelings.

You will provide a link between the community and Acorns, positively representing the sibling service to families and other professionals. About You You will be professionally qualified to degree level in a field such as Social Work, Community Nursing, Counselling or Play Therapy. You will have experience of direct work with children, managing a caseload, providing therapeutic based support and knowledge of family systems. Youll need to be able to travel around the Acorns region independently and some evening and weekend work will be required to meet the needs of siblings.