Casework Support Officer

2 months ago

Trowbridge, United Kingdom Wiltshire Council Full time

Job summary

Refugee Resettlement and Migration Service - Supporting New Beginnings

Embark on a meaningful journey with the Refugee Resettlement and Migration Service, by supporting relocated families through transformative programs like Afghan Resettlement Schemes andUKRS, Homes for Ukraine.

Main duties of the job

In response to increased demand in ARAP and ACRS due to political decisions in Afghanistan's neighbouring countries, our officers play a vital role in aiding Afghan and UKRS families under the Managed Resettlement Stream.

They ensure a seamless transition for individuals relocated to Wiltshire, prioritising access to public services, and supporting families towards independence and integration in line with specific relocation scheme guidelines.

To excel in this role, a deep understanding of public sector services, empathy for the experiences of new arrivals in the UK, and a profound respect for diverse cultures are essential.

About us

Why us?

Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. Thats why we focus on getting the things that matter to our people right.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Specific duties and responsibilities include:

To support the delivery of resettlement programmes in Wiltshire ensuring outcomes are aligned to the Councils Business Plan.

To work with the council and other public services to deliver outcomes for resettlement programmes in accordance with Home Office guidelines - including support with signposting families and supporting access to services such as ESOL classes, nursery provision, job centers and other public and charitable services. This will require an in-depth understanding and assessment of what service a family / individual requires

To be involved in all aspects of the resettlement process including securing properties, referral acceptance and arrival arrangements through to family/ individual independence

To assess individual / family requirements at times of query or complaint to ensure accurate and reliable information is provided or that the issue is escalated appropriately.

To work with other Casework Support Officers to ensure adequate support is available to refugees during office hours

Using, making sense of and developing templates to undertake regular review meetings with refugees to understand needs, identify support requirements and support meeting support requirements where appropriate

To be responsible for maintaining support plans and case notes for each individual / family, ensuring accurate and relevant information is provided and included.

To utilise own knowledge and understanding to ensure accurate advice and support is providedto volunteers in respect of cultural issues, council working practices and government guidance and initiatives.

To provide advice and guidance to refugees to access employment opportunities where appropriate (as directed by DWP and Employment and Skills partners)

To expand knowledge and understanding of the needs of refugees/ migrant population and support interfaith activity as appropriate, ensuring knowledge and skills are cascaded to team members and volunteers.

To foster the development of ethnic minority communities in Wiltshire and support their integration into the British way of life

To provide advice and guidance to refugees and migrant population in understanding and working within the requirements of British culture

To work with other authorities in relation to transfer/ relocation, where appropriate

To support colleagues across wider service including, but not limited to, development of volunteer network

To provide informal interpreting to support access to services (typically through supporting access to official interpreting services)

Support and deliver internal and external training on BAME population and migration services.

To work with our communities and provide a link to support in suitability of services, to meet the needs of Wiltshires diverse population, enhancing inclusion and diversity.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Educated to HNC in English / Humanities or equivalent experience A good understanding of a range of public services and the experience of new arrivals in the UK A good understanding of health and social care contexts and process for making referrals Experience in following policies and procedures Experience in contributing to and maintaining records Experience of coordinating or working alongside other volunteers Experience of liaising with external stakeholders to shape the delivery of their services in accordance with ethnic minority culture requirements An understanding of differences in British and other cultures of their services in accordance with ethnic minority culture requirements An understanding of differences in British and other cultures

Desirable

Experience in project and programme management Experience of risk management principles and case conference working

Qualifications

Essential

HNC or equivalent experience/skills. ITQ 2 or equivalent skill and ability. Working towards relevant professional qualification.

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