Remote Family Support Advocate - 18hr Part-Time

Civic Recruitment Limited; Maryland; Remote; USD 20,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Remote working available

Ongoing supervision and training

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited in Worcestershire is seeking a Family Support Worker for a 3-month contract to support vulnerable children, young people and families. You will work with Social Workers to deliver direct interventions, supervise family contact, and help safeguard children.

The role requires experience in family support or children’s services, a current Enhanced DBS, and the ability to travel within Worcestershire.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children, young people, and families.
• Experience within Family Support, Children's Services, Early Help, Youth Work, Family Intervention, or Social Care.
• Experience working with safeguarding and child protection processes.
• Experience completing observations, assessments, and report writing.
• Experience managing challenging family situations.
• Experience working alongside Social Workers and multi-agency professionals.
• Experience supporting vulnerable families.
• Understanding of child development and child-focused practice.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct support and intervention to children, young people, and families.
• Supervise family contact sessions and record observations.
• Support children subject to Child Protection Plans and safeguarding interventions.
• Assist families at risk of breakdown and help maintain family stability.
• Support the safe return of children to family care where appropriate.
• Work alongside Social Workers to implement agreed care and support plans.
• Complete assessments, observations, written records, and reports.
• Encourage parents and carers to develop skills and confidence in meeting their children's needs.
• Promote safeguarding and child welfare at all times.
• Work collaboratively with schools, health professionals, probation, and partner agencies.
• Participate in Team Around the Family (TAF) arrangements.
• Manage an allocated caseload effectively.
• Provide transport to children and families when required.
• Undertake home visits, community-based work, and family support interventions.
• Work flexibly, including occasional evenings and weekends where required.

Skills

Experience with safeguarding

Child development knowledge

Multi-agency collaboration

Record-keeping and reporting

Education

Enhanced DBS

Job description

Civic Recruitment Limited in Worcestershire is seeking a Family Support Worker for a 3-month contract to support vulnerable children, young people and families. You will work with Social Workers to deliver direct interventions, supervise family contact, and help safeguard children.

The role requires experience in family support or children’s services, a current Enhanced DBS, and the ability to travel within Worcestershire.