Family Support Worker - West Midlands - Part time - Homebased
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Location:
West Midlands, England
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Sector:
Social Care & Housing, Community Support Services, Welfare, Youth Work
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Contract type:
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Salary:
Up to £13500.00 per annum + for 21 hours
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Contact:
Rob Muddiman
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Contact email:
healthsocialcare@tpp.co.uk
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Salary high:
13500
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Salary low:
13500
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Job ref:
J64288_1516877453
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Published:
about 3 years ago
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Expiry date:
2018-01-30
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Start date:
ASAP
Our client is a leading charity that supports young people and their families who are affected by sight loss and they have an exciting and unique opportunity for a part time (21 hours) Family Support Worker, to be home based in the West Midlands.
As a Family Support Worker you will use your previous experience of working with families in need of support to provide essential support to visually impaired children and young people aged between 0-25 years and their families in the West Midlands to ensure they have access to services that they need to meet their needs.
Other duties will include:
- Communicating with families using telephone, email and home visits
- Identifying families that may require an intervention and support
- Making referrals to relevant services
- Maintain positive relationships with key stakeholders
Ideally applicants will have a relevant qualification in Health, Social care or Education and experience in working with people affected by visual impairment would be and advantage but not essential.
Closing Date = 9 February
Interview Date = 20 February
For more information or for an informal chat about this opportunity please call 0207 198 6080 or email rob.muddiman@tpp.co.uk
