Young Persons Advisor

Adecco (Portugal); Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

Adecco (Portugal) is seeking a Young Persons Outreach Worker in Wolverhampton to deliver Leaving Care support. You will work with care leavers, follow the Children (Leaving Care) Act 2000 and Children Act 1989, and travel to visits.

Responsibilities include caseload management, pathway planning, supporting transitions to independence, engaging group sessions, and liaison with stakeholders to access services. Driving is essential for visits.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience working with young people, especially those leaving care.
• Strong knowledge of legislation and policies pertaining to young people in care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with young individuals.
• A collaborative spirit, able to work within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Manage a Caseload: Provide tailored support to care leavers based on their individual Pathway Plans.
• Collaborate Effectively: Work alongside social workers to co-work with eligible children in care.
• Pathway Planning: Help develop and regularly review Pathway Plans to ensure each young person's needs are met.
• Support Transitions: Ensure care leavers have the resources needed for a successful transition to independence.
• Engage Young People: Deliver engaging group sessions, activities, and personal development programmes.
• Stakeholder Liaison: Communicate with internal and external stakeholders to promote collaboration and access additional services.
• Educational Monitoring: Support care leavers in achieving their educational goals, including further and higher education.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records and generate reports as needed.

Skills

Caseload management

Communication skills

Collaboration with social workers

Legislation knowledge (Leaving Care)

Job description

Job Opportunity: Young Persons Outreach Worker

Contract Type: Temporary

Hourly Rate: £18.85 per hour

Working Pattern: Full Time (37 hours per week)

Location: Wolverhampton (driving is essential as you are required to travel for visits to young people).

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of young people? If you have a heart for helping others and a desire to empower individuals transitioning to independence, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Our client, a leading organisation dedicated to supporting young people in Wolverhampton, is seeking a dynamic Young Persons Outreach Worker to join their team.

Job Purpose and Role

As a Young Persons Outreach Worker, you will deliver a comprehensive Leaving Care Service, ensuring that young people leaving care receive the support and guidance they need. You will work in accordance with relevant legislation, including the Children (Leaving Care) Act 2000 and the Children Act 1989.

Your Key Responsibilities Will Include

• Manage a Caseload: Provide tailored support to care leavers based on their individual Pathway Plans.
• Collaborate Effectively: Work alongside social workers to co-work with eligible children in care.
• Pathway Planning: Help develop and regularly review Pathway Plans to ensure each young person's needs are met.
• Support Transitions: Ensure care leavers have the resources needed for a successful transition to independence.
• Engage Young People: Deliver engaging group sessions, activities, and personal development programmes.
• Stakeholder Liaison: Communicate with internal and external stakeholders to promote collaboration and access additional services.
• Educational Monitoring: Support care leavers in achieving their educational goals, including further and higher education.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records and generate reports as needed.

What We're Looking For

• Relevant experience working with young people, especially those leaving care.
• Strong knowledge of legislation and policies pertaining to young people in care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with young individuals.
• A collaborative spirit, able to work within a multidisciplinary team.

Why Join Our Client's Team?

If you are a compassionate and dedicated individual ready to make a real difference in the lives of young people, we want to hear from you! Don't miss this rewarding opportunity to become a Young Persons Outreach Worker with our client in Wolverhampton.

Please note, due to the anticipated high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

If you do not hear back in 5 working days your application has not been successful.

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