Family Intervention Specialist
6 days ago
About the Role
As a Family Intervention Specialist with Devon County Council, you will be part of a dynamic team that provides targeted support to vulnerable families in need of early help. Your role will involve working closely with families to identify and address their strengths and challenges, with the aim of reducing multiple and complex needs and improving outcomes for children and young people.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide a whole-family approach to support, working with parents, children, and wider family members to build on their strengths and address challenges.
- Use evidence-based tools and practices to assess and address the needs of families, with a focus on strengths-based and trauma-informed approaches.
- Work collaboratively with other agencies and services to ensure a coordinated and effective response to family needs.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with families, based on trust, respect, and active listening.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of strategies to improve outcomes for children and young people, and to reduce the need for statutory intervention.
What You'll Get in Return
In return for your vital contribution, you will have access to a range of benefits, including:
- Generous annual leave and the ability to purchase additional annual leave.
- Free onsite parking.
- Employee Assistance and a variety of employee well-being services.
- A healthy work-life balance and flexible working arrangements, including the option to work from home.
- Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Discounts at over 900 national and local high street retailers through our benefits platform.
- An Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme.
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