Senior Family Support Worker

2 weeks ago

Stafford, United Kingdom First Blue Healthcare Full time

**Benefits include**:

- Competitive pay
- Enhanced overtime rate of time and a third
- Access to employee wellbeing programme
- 28 days annual leave entitlement, rising to 33 days with 5 years service

Senior Family Support Worker

Job Type**:Full-time**

**Salary** - **Circa £26,500 DOE**

**Responsibilities**:
1. Support
- Provide direct support and guidance to families undergoing assessments, assisting them in understanding and complying with centre rules and expectations.
- Promote a positive and nurturing environment to foster healthy parent-child interactions.
- Collaborate with external agencies and professionals involved in the assessment process to ensure comprehensive support for families.

2. Supervision and Leadership
- Supervise and mentor support staff, ensuring they adhere to best practices, policies, and procedures.
- Lead by example and maintain a positive work culture within the team.
- Assist in staff training and development activities.

3. Assessment Support
- Work closely with assessment professionals to facilitate the assessment process, ensuring the safety and well-being of all parties involved.
- Participate in case conferences and meetings to discuss family progress and provide input regarding support needs.

4. Documentation
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of family interactions, progress, and incidents.
- Prepare reports and documentation as required by the organization and external agencies.

5. Crisis Intervention
- Respond promptly and effectively to crisis situations, ensuring the safety of all individuals involved.
- Follow established protocols for crisis management and de-escalation.

6. Communication
- Maintain open and effective communication with families, colleagues, and external partners.
- Report any concerns or incidents to the Centre Manager or appropriate authorities as required.

**Who we are looking for**:

- Previous experience in a family assessment centre or similar setting
- Strong knowledge of child protection and family support services
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Leadership and supervisory experience
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
- Knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards

Please note, Rowley House Family Assessment centre is due to open in March/April 2024. However, if you're eager to join us sooner we may be able to accommodate you within one of our other services across the group.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to £28,500.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Additional leave
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme

**Experience**:

- Support Environment: 1 year (preferred)
- Leadership and Supervisory: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

- manual driving license? (required)
- NVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care or equivalent (required)

Work Location: In person

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