Empower Care Leavers: Personal Advisor

LinsCare; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

LinsCare is recruiting a Personal Advisor for the Care Leavers Team in Merseyside. The role supports young people leaving care to gain independence and plan their transition to adulthood.

The position offers a hands-on role working with social workers, housing providers and health professionals to safeguard and advocate for care leavers. Based in Merseyside, you will maintain case records, prepare reports and participate in meetings to ensure young people receive timely, person-centred support.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people, ideally within social care or a leaving care service.
• Good communication, advocacy and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage a caseload and maintain accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Support young people in developing and reviewing their individual pathway plans.
• Help care leavers access suitable accommodation and maintain independent living.
• Provide budgeting guidance and support with benefits and money management.
• Support education, employment and training opportunities.

Skills

Experience with young people

Advocacy and communication

Caseload management

Job description

LinsCare is recruiting a Personal Advisor for the Care Leavers Team in Merseyside. The role supports young people leaving care to gain independence and plan their transition to adulthood.

The position offers a hands-on role working with social workers, housing providers and health professionals to safeguard and advocate for care leavers. Based in Merseyside, you will maintain case records, prepare reports and participate in meetings to ensure young people receive timely, person-centred support.