Personal Advisor - After Care Team
Oldham
6 months initially
Monday to Friday, 08:40 - 17:00, 36 hrs/ week – Hybrid
Our client are seeking a Personal Advisor to join an After Care Team based in Oldham.
Direct work with young people aged 16 – 25 years who are or have been looked after or accommodated by the local authority
Assist the young people to live an independent life in their community
Maintaining regular contact with young people
Implement and review individual pathway plans for young people to meet assessed needs and risks
Develop a local knowledge and understanding of resources which are available to meet the needs of the young people
Engage with internal and external organisations as required to encourage and secure permanence in accommodation, education, employment and training and health
Act as an advocate for the young people
Ensure that their views and wishes are taken into account when developing Pathway Plans, promote their involvement at all times
Develop strong, trusting working relationships
Ensure files and records are accurately maintained
Engage in regular team meetings and participate positively in Supervision with the Senior Practitioner or Service manager Requirements
UK Driving Licence, access to a vehicle, business insurance
NVQ Level 3 in a related subject such as Child Care or Health & Social Care or equivalent
Must have recent experience of working with young people leaving care
Must be able to evidence commitment and determination to help young people achieve their aspirations
Experience of keeping accurate records, writing reports whilst updating and reviewing care plans
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to develop working relationships
Enhanced Child and Adult DBS registered to the update service Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. 4Recruitment Services in an equal opportunities employer.
Please email all CVs to Sammy Davis or call (phone number removed) mobile (phone number removed)