Children and Young People Support Worker

Caritas Recruitment; Basildon; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Caritas Futures, a renowned charity, is seeking a Children and Young People Support Worker in Basildon. You'll provide essential support and advocacy for children at risk, ensuring their safety and well-being. Join us to make a difference in combating domestic violence and support affected families.

Benefits

Dedicated recruitment specialist

Exceptional well-being package

Counselling services

Access to Head-space app

Weekly exercise classes

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS check within the last 12 months required.
• Must have a car and a valid driving license.
• Female applicants only due to role requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide independent advocacy and support to high-risk victims of domestic violence.
• Manage caseloads and assess referrals.
• Offer emotional and practical support to clients.

Skills

Advocacy

Emotional Support

Caseload Management

Legal Framework Understanding

Signposting Services

Job description

Caritas Futures is proud to support a renowned charity dedicated to combating domestic violence. We are seeking Children and Young People Support Worker based in Basildon to safeguard the well-being of children and young people. Your role will involve providing compassionate emotional support, practical guidance, and assistance to anyone concerned about a child's safety.

Role Overview:

As a Children and Young People Support Worker, you will be protecting children by providing emotional support, practical guidance, and help to anyone who thinks a child may be at risk of abuse.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality independent advocacy and support to high-risk victims of domestic violence and Homelessness.
• Manage caseloads effectively.
• Assess referrals, signpost to additional services, and support clients.
• Understand the legal framework related to the protection of children and vulnerable adults.
• Offer advocacy, emotional and practical support, and information to victims, including legal and civil options, housing, health, and finance.

Essential Requirements:

• Enhanced DBS check within the last 12 months.
• Due to the nature of the role, we are seeking female applicants only.
• Must have a car and a valid driving license.

At Caritas Futures, we prioritise the well-being of everyone we work with. As specialists in the charity sector, we understand the sensitive and challenging nature of the work our candidates do. When you join Caritas Futures, you will benefit from:

• A dedicated recruitment specialist.
• Unparalleled placement support.
• Access to an exceptional well-being package, including counselling, the Head-space app, and weekly exercise classes.

For immediate consideration, please forward your updated CV at your earliest convenience.

Join us in making a difference in the lives of those affected by domestic violence. Apply today!

Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.