family support worker
Responsibility
- families are usually referred by a Social Worker and you will work together along with the Main Worker to assess and support the service users
- your role will vary depending on the needs of the family you are helping, but you may also have a specialist area, depending on your Registered Managers focus
- to ensure that New Springs House’ policies and procedures are understood and adhered to
Show more +3 - to create a safe and stimulating environment, in line with health & safety, safeguarding policies and procedures
- to assist the Assessing Worker in maintaining accurate and up to date administration and caseload records, including reports of all interactions
- to attend regular supervision and team meetings
Requirements
- A good understanding and knowledge of the families and issues that may affect them
- good communication and listening skills
- the ability to build and maintain rapport with adults and children
Show more +8 - calmness under pressure and when dealing with challenging or confrontational behaviour
- flexibility & adaptability
- to use common sense and sensitivity in challenging and teaching parenting practices
- to assist with childcare duties as required
- A good understanding of the challenges faced by families
- organisation and problem-solving skills
- resilience and the ability to cope with emotionally draining and traumatic situations
- commitment to making a positive difference to the lives of service users
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