Flexi Time family intervention worker

We now have an amazing opportunity for a Flexi Time  family intervention worker to join the Swan family team based in Redhill, meaning you can work the hours you wish! 

The work will be based in Redhill but also cover a vast area, including but not limited to:

• Redhill
• Haywards Heath
• Hassocks
• Brighton
• Eastbourne
• Hastings

The successful candidate will have the chance to showcase and build on their co-ordination skills effectively whilst assisting with managerial procedures enabling an efficient course of action for all contact referrals at the centre.

General

• Proactively take ownership in developing own knowledge to understand the context of the work of the company and associated risks, challenges and priorities
• Maintain at all times strict confidentiality of information relating to any sensitive information
• Communicate information effectively using the correct channels;
• Ensure familiarisation and adherence with Swan Family’s policies and procedures at all times
• Meet obligations in respect of Health and Safety, primarily not putting self and others at risk of harm
• Carry out responsibilities effectively, accurately, promptly and in a well-organised way
• Observe and work to the Swan Family’s Core Values
• To uphold Swan Family’s core values, including treat all with respect. Swan Family operate as an anti-bullying organisation.

Principal Duties

• Working in partnership with Cafcass
• Working directly with families to achieve the ICFA 4 Key outcomes for families
• Supporting families to overcome barriers
• Support parents in understanding the impact conflict can have on children
• Support children to re-build their relationship with the parent they do not live with
• Be able to manage your own case load and complete all work with each family
• Ensuring PWP and FR’s are submitted by the submission due dates
• Liaise with FCA’s where necessary
• Attend regular workshops with other co-ordinators and meetings to share practice and continue professional development

Essential:

* A professional qualification in working with children or equivalent

* Knowledge of Cafcass and the work they do is desirable

* Experience of working with children and families

* Extensive experience in report writing and preparing documentation for court