Child and Family Support Specialist

3 weeks ago

Chichester, West Sussex, United Kingdom West Sussex County Council Full time

About Us

At West Sussex County Council, we are dedicated to enhancing the lives of children and families within our community. Our focus is on delivering exceptional family support services while advancing our 'Children First' improvement initiative.

The Early Help Service plays a crucial role within the Children, Young People and Learning Directorate. We collaborate with children, families, and young individuals to ensure that every child receives the necessary support to reach their full potential. Our work involves close cooperation with social care to guarantee that all families access the appropriate assistance and protection from various children's services.

Early help is designed to provide families with accessible and coordinated support at the right time. This assistance spans a spectrum from universal preventative measures to targeted interventions for families facing complex challenges. Our aim is to address and mitigate issues before they escalate.

The Opportunity

Salary: £27,334 - £29,777 per annum

Working Pattern: Full time (37 hours per week)
Contract: Permanent
Location: Chichester area

As a Family Support Worker, your role will involve assessing the needs of children, young people, and families to facilitate, coordinate, and deliver essential support. You will work towards enhancing their outcomes and experiences, preventing their challenges from becoming more severe.

A key aspect of this position is providing direct support and interventions through our Whole Family Approach, tailored to address a variety of issues faced by children, young people, and their families. This method ensures the safety of children while fostering positive change for them and their families.

Strong partnership skills are essential for developing and maintaining effective relationships with parents, families, and partners, including Education, Health, Police, and Children's Social Care, to achieve favorable outcomes for all children and young people.

We seek an individual with experience in working with children, young people, and families, who possesses emotional resilience and a commitment to supporting a diverse range of individuals within our communities.

Experience and Skills

Key Skills:

  • Effectively engages with families in crisis, managing anxieties and adhering to role boundaries.
  • Manages casework with children/young people and their families, identifying needs, setting objectives, and reviewing progress.
  • Collaborates creatively with children/young people and their families to facilitate positive and lasting change.
  • Empowers families by focusing on their collective strengths and resources, utilizing a solution-focused approach.
  • Reflects on personal practice and learns from experiences, taking responsibility for performance and professional development.
  • Analyzes and interprets complex information to prioritize needs and make informed recommendations.

Qualifications and/or experience:

  • NVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent qualification, demonstrating capability in working with children/young people and families or relevant experience.
  • Significant experience in crisis intervention with children/young people and their families, employing various direct work methods.
  • Experience in a multi-agency environment, demonstrating an understanding of diverse roles and effective collaboration.
  • Knowledge of child and adolescent development and age-appropriate behavior relevant to the Early Help service.
  • Understanding of current childcare legislation and policy.
  • Familiarity with safeguarding policies and procedures.
  • Valid driving license and access to a vehicle, with the ability to travel independently.

Rewards and Benefits

As an employer, we recognize that our employees are at the heart of our mission. We strive to create a supportive and dynamic work environment where employees can reach their full potential, maintain a healthy work-life balance, and be rewarded for their contributions.

In addition to working within a great team and receiving a competitive salary, you will have access to a comprehensive list of benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee.

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