Family Support Specialist
2 weeks ago
Location: Wickford, Essex
Salary: £14,400 per annum
Hours: 21 hours per week
The Forward Trust is a social enterprise with charitable status dedicated to assisting individuals in overcoming the intertwined challenges of crime and addiction, enabling them to move forward in their lives.
With over 25 years of experience, we have been committed to helping individuals build positive and fulfilling lives, regardless of their past circumstances. We firmly believe in the potential for lasting change in everyone.
Our services have empowered thousands to create meaningful changes, fostering productive lives enriched with employment, family, friendships, and a sense of belonging.
Key Responsibilities:
- Implement the M-PACT program for families with children affected by parental substance misuse across the region.
- Collaborate with partner organizations to:
- Generate and receive suitable referrals for families.
- Evaluate family eligibility for the M-PACT program.
- Conduct regular M-PACT sessions at various locations throughout the year.
- Ensure quality service delivery to families.
- Maintain family engagement in the program.
- Achieve positive outcomes for both children and their parents.
- Complete program documentation and maintain accurate records.
- Safeguard vulnerable adults and children by identifying and reporting concerns to the appropriate authorities.
- Assess and identify suitable families for the M-PACT program.
- Participate in applicant assessments and risk evaluations.
- Recruit, train, and support facilitators for the M-PACT program.
- Facilitate family conferences with clients and their support networks.
- Ensure all clients exiting the program have established plans for ongoing care and support.
- Identify safeguarding issues and report them as necessary.
- Attend progress reviews and participate in staff support sessions.
- Engage in personal and professional development activities.
- Coordinate with relevant professionals and stakeholders.
Qualifications:
- Experience working with families in community or residential support settings.
- Proficient in conducting needs and risk assessments.
- Experience in facilitating group sessions and workshops.
- Knowledge of the 12-step program.
- Familiarity with motivational enhancement and cognitive-behavioral strategies.
- Empathetic approach with clients while maintaining professional boundaries.
- Strong organizational skills for record-keeping in compliance with data protection laws.
- Commitment to confidentiality in all aspects of work.
- Dedication to ongoing learning and skill enhancement.
- Open-minded and non-judgmental attitude towards clients and their families.
- Understanding of child/adult safeguarding protocols and incident reporting procedures.
- Experience with electronic case management systems for client documentation.
- Aptitude for assessing client needs and directing them to appropriate services.
Benefits:
- Opportunities for training and professional development.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Season Ticket Loan Scheme.
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Crisis Loan Scheme.
- Electric Car Scheme.
- Simply Health Cashback Scheme.
- £90 per month for External Therapy Allowance.
- Three Wellbeing Days (pro-rated for part-time employees).
- Access to Blue Light Card.
Application Process:
If you believe you meet the qualifications and are interested in contributing to the mission of The Forward Trust, please follow the application instructions on our website.
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