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Hatched Recruitment Group

Oct 30, 2024

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Healthcare
    Education & Teaching

AI generated summary

  • You must have a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check, GCSE-level numeracy and literacy, relevant further education (e.g., NVQ), and experience working with children and families in diverse communities.
  • You will assess family needs, create action plans, deliver early interventions, support young care leavers, and collaborate with services while working with vulnerable families in multi-agency teams.

Requirements

  • Satisfactory Enhanced DBS check.
  • Numeracy and literacy to GCSE level of equivalent
  • Further education to the level of e.g. NVQ, B-TEC or equivalent in a relevant field
  • Experience of working with children, young people and families in diverse, inner-city communities

Responsibilities

  • To deliver a service to vulnerable families, children and young people in Camden, including;
  • delivery of assessment, planning and intervention packages to vulnerable families, children and young people;
  • provide young people leaving care with support and guidance and promote independence;
  • facilitate, supervise, and record contact between children and their families;
  • To carefully and thoroughly assess children and families' needs underpinned by the common assessment framework, prescribed screening tools and models of engagement.
  • To create a whole family action plan and evaluate progress against shared outcomes.
  • To work in partnership with universal services to support early identification of need and/or risk, ensuring needs are identified in a timely way.
  • To deliver responsive early intervention packages, including evidence-based programmes and/or refer to appropriate services (universal, targeted and specialist) to meet need, working in partnership with families.
  • Family Workers work in multi-agency, multi-disciplinary teams based in community venues and work with families in their own homes.
  • Family Workers are required to demonstrate emotional intelligence and resilience to work confidently with families who are often vulnerable, have complex needs, including for example children on the edge of care, engaged in criminal or antisocial behaviour, gang activity or substance misuse or are experiencing domestic violence and neglect.

FAQs

What is the hourly pay for the Family Worker position?

The hourly pay for the Family Worker position is £25/hour.

What is the duration of the contract for this role?

The contract for this role is for 3 - 6 months.

What are the working hours for this position?

The working hours for this position are full-time, Monday to Friday, totaling 36 hours a week.

When is the start date for the Family Worker position?

The start date for the Family Worker position is as soon as possible (ASAP).

What qualifications are required for this position?

Required qualifications include a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check, numeracy and literacy to GCSE level or equivalent, further education such as NVQ or B-TEC in a relevant field, and experience working with children, young people, and families.

What kind of work environment will Family Workers be in?

Family Workers will work in multi-agency, multi-disciplinary teams based in community venues and will also work with families in their own homes.

What type of families will the Family Worker be supporting?

The Family Worker will be supporting vulnerable families, children, and young people, including those dealing with complex needs such as children on the edge of care, engaged in criminal or antisocial behavior, and experiencing domestic violence and neglect.

Is emotional intelligence important for this role?

Yes, emotional intelligence and resilience are crucial for working confidently with vulnerable families facing complex challenges.

Will the Family Worker have to create action plans?

Yes, the Family Worker will be responsible for creating whole family action plans and evaluating progress against shared outcomes.

What is the primary focus of the Family Worker’s role?

The primary focus of the Family Worker’s role is to deliver assessment, planning, and intervention packages to support vulnerable families, children, and young people.

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Hatched Recruitment Group

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Human Resources
Industry
11-50
Employees
2018
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Hatched Recruit is a recruitment agency specializing in connecting top talent with organizations across various sectors. Their ultimate mission is to simplify and enhance the hiring process, ensuring that both candidates and employers find the perfect fit. By focusing on personalized service and deep industry knowledge, they aim to build lasting relationships that benefit all parties involved. Their purpose is to empower businesses by providing access to skilled professionals while helping candidates achieve their career goals in an efficient and supportive manner.