Are you looking for a new role that can offer you flexibility?
We are looking for a part time self-employed Supervised Contact Worker who can provide interventions to families who are in need of assistance.
Supervised Contact Worker

• Undertake activity & interventions as agreed by the case holding social worker, which support the plan for the child, young person & family, including supervised contact activity.
• Build strong, effective relationships with the child, young person and family which support relationship and strengths based social work practice. Maintain high standards of professionalism which contribute to the level of confidence in Brightway Contact Services.
• Provide information and advice in relation to involvement/accessing of third party agencies relevant to the needs of the child, young person & family (e.g. benefits agencies, immigration, housing), where necessary acting as an advocate
• Be a source of practical advice and support, enabling the child, young person & family to build their capability to sustain change and function effectively within the community.
• Attend meetings, reviews, case conferences and court hearings (as directed by the case holding social worker) to provide information, insight and evidence which builds a comprehensive and rounded understanding of the child's needs.
• Record work and activity in accordance with the service policies & procedures, including case records.
• Work collaboratively with other Child & Family Support Workers, Social Workers and Managers to contribute to the overall work and success of the team, and to ensure improved outcomes for children.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• NVQ/BTEC Level 3 or equivalent.
• Experience of building strong, effective relationships with children, young people and families in times of challenge and crisis.
• Experience of undertaking direct, activity based work with children, young people and families.
• Knowledge and understanding of the issues impacting children, young people and families, and that led to them requiring support.
• Knowledge of Children Act 1989 and 2004 and other legislative and policy guidance applicable within Children's Social Care.

Job Type: Part-time
Pay: £11.50 per hour
Benefits:

• Flexitime

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Application question(s):

• Do you live in Barking and Barking or surrounding boroughs?

Education:

• Diploma of Higher Education (preferred)

Experience:

• Health and Social Care: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (preferred)
• DBS (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person