18+ Leaving Care Personal Advisor

Corus Consultancy Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in Birmingham seeks an Aftercare Adviser to support young people transitioning from care to independent living. The role involves managing caseloads, developing support programmes, and collaborating with various agencies to ensure the best outcomes for service users. Ideal candidates will possess NVQ Level 3 and significant experience working with vulnerable youth.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience working with children and young people up to age 25.
• Experience in interagency work with vulnerable young people.

Responsibilities

• Manage individual caseloads and work with young people.
• Implement programmes aiding transition to adulthood.
• Liaise with agencies to maximize resources for service users.

Skills

Communication

Interagency Work

Flexibility

Education

NVQ Level 3

Job description

Responsibilities

1. Act as a full member of the staff team of the Service and contribute to its development within the Directorate.
2. Manage an individual caseload, work with young people and groups, participate in duty work, and respond to needs as they arise.
3. Participate in providing appropriate programmes for service users, aiding their transition to adulthood, especially from being in care to independent living.
4. Implement and adhere to all relevant Directorate and Service procedures as an aftercare adviser.
5. Adopt a holistic approach to meet individual needs, promote involvement, and develop self-esteem through positive achievements.
6. Advise other staff on the preparation and support needs of care leavers and promote related services.
7. Liaise with Directorate and external agencies to maximize resource provision for service users.
8. Provide information and support to young people individually or in groups.
9. Work directly with assigned young people, ensuring assessment, intervention, and record-keeping are completed.
10. Participate in duty/referral services, advising young people and referrers.

Minimum Requirements

1. Stay updated on trends and developments in legislation, policy, and practice related to aftercare, accommodation, employment, benefits, and childcare.
2. Undertake appropriate training, including NVQ level 3, to develop skills and services.
3. Participate in supervision sessions and working parties to improve 18+ services.
4. Contribute to training programmes for staff and partner agencies.
5. Work flexible hours as needed.
6. Possess substantial experience working with children and young people up to age 21 or 25 in higher education, in voluntary or professional settings.
7. Experience in interagency work with vulnerable, at-risk, homeless, or former care young people.
8. Experience in directly assisting young people with caseload responsibilities.
9. Proven success in achieving outcomes for young people under supervision.