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Job Description
Main Purpose of the Job:
To work with young people aged 16 to 25 who are or have been looked after or accommodated by the Local Authority, to plan their transition to adulthood and assist them in living an independent life in their community.
Summary of Responsibilities and Key Areas:
1. Manage statutory responsibilities for looked after children in line with relevant legislation.
2. Maintain accurate case records and undertake statutory recordings.
3. Contribute to Pathway Plan assessments and provide ongoing assessments to inform planning.
4. Assess young people resuming or wishing to resume education/training or with other support needs post-21.
5. Work with young people to promote welfare, ensuring their views are considered in assessments and plans.
6. Provide practical advice, assistance, and support.
7. Identify and monitor support packages for young people in the community.
8. Prepare and deliver Pathway plans with young people.
9. Develop and maintain relationships with young people, promoting contact and support visits.
10. Encourage young people's involvement in service delivery and planning.
11. Prepare reports and present at various multi-agency panels and meetings.
12. Empower and advocate for young people's independence.
13. Liaise with agencies such as Education, Police, YOS, Health, and Housing.
14. Ensure appropriate financial support and develop financial management skills.
15. Work with Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Children following Home Office Guidance.
16. Introduce community resources to parents and carers.
17. Promote support services like the Care Leaver Forum and mentoring schemes.
18. Provide guidance to social workers on transition to adulthood and participate in training.
19. Participate in duty rotas and team meetings.
20. Perform other duties as assigned by the Team Leader.
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