Family Support Worker

Nini Social Care; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Nini Social Care is seeking a Family Support Worker to provide direct support to children, young people and families. You will work in homes and communities to empower families and promote positive routines.

You will collaborate with social workers, schools and health professionals to safeguard welfare and complete timely case notes while attending multi-agency meetings and representing the organisation professionally.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and group support to children, young people and families at home and in communities.
• Carry out assessments to identify strengths, needs and risks in the family environment.
• Promote positive parenting, family routines and healthy relationships.
• Contribute to safeguarding processes; report and act on concerns per law and policy.
• Maintain accurate case notes, reports and records promptly.
• Build effective working relationships with partner agencies (social workers, schools, health professionals).
• Attend multi-agency meetings and represent Nini Social Care professionally.
• Work flexibly, including evenings and weekends, to meet families' needs.

Job description

The Family Support Worker will provide direct support to children, young people, and their families who are experiencing difficulties. The role is focused on empowering families to overcome challenges, develop positive routines, and access the services they need. The post-holder will work collaboratively with multi-agency professionals to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one and group support to children, young people, and families in their homes and communities.
• Carry out assessments to identify strengths, needs, and risks within the family environment.
• Promote positive parenting practices, family routines, and healthy relationships.
• Actively contribute to safeguarding processes, ensuring concerns are reported and acted upon in line with legislation and organisational policy.
• Maintain accurate case notes, reports, and records in a timely manner.
• Build effective working relationships with partner agencies, including social workers, schools, and health professionals.
• Attend multi-agency meetings and represent Nini Social Care in a professional manner.
• Work flexibly, including evenings and weekends where required, to meet the needs of families.