Do you have experience in supporting families and seeking a part time opportunity in Dumfries and Galloway? Are you keen to join an award-winning service who continue to be committed to The Promise Scotland made - that every child grows up loved, safe and respected and able to realise their full potential? If so, then we have a great opportunity for you!
Your new opportunity
An rare and exciting opportunity has become available for experienced Family Support Worker's to join our family support service in Dumfries and Galloway. As a Family Support Worker you will provide intense family support to children and their families in Dumfries. You will play an important part in keeping families together and supporting them with the wider social inequalities that impact their lives. You will also ensure that families and children's voices are heard while tailoring their support to meet their identified needs. Each person you meet will be listened to, respected and involved in decisions which could effect them while working towards achieving positive outcomes.
This opportunity is a part time, permanent role working 16 hours per week.
What you will need to bring to the role
1. Understanding of drug and alcohol issues, child development and family dynamics.
2. Knowledge and/or experience of child and/or adult protection