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To be successful in this role you need to:
- Have experience of direct work with young people and the ability to work effectively with care leavers in crisis to provide a solution focussed approach.
- Have the ability to manager casework for the children/young people ensuring that needs are reviewed, objectives are set and measuring progress of these.
- Engage, communicate and work creatively in partnership with the children/young people we support, their support networks and partner organisation.
- Analyse and interpret complex data and information and make informed decisions, recommendations and prioritise on this basis to gain positive outcomes.
- Have experience of using a range of direct work interventions in crisis situations, working with young people and their families and or support networks.
- Have an NVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care, or equivalent qualification/experience, demonstrating a level of ability in working with young people and families and or support networks.
- Be able to travel independently around the county, including to areas that may not be easily accessible by public transport. Pool cars and pool bikes are available.
For more information on the Key Skills as well as the Qualifications and/or experience required, please refer to the Job Description attached.
About Us
At West Sussex County Council, we are ambitious for our children and our workforce. We are committed to improving our services for children and families in West Sussex that we support. You will be joining us at a key time on us improvement journey. The work we have started includes establishing a new and experienced leadership team driving forward our ‘Children First’ improvement plan. The Care Leavers service is part of the overarching Children We Care For and Care Leavers Service, as we work together to improve how young people transition out of care.
We don’t underestimate the work that still needs to be done and the challenge ahead. That’s why we need professionals, like you, who really want to be part of the positive change that is happening. Be part of an ambitious improvement plan and make a significant difference to children and families in West Sussex.
There has never been a more rewarding time to join.
Further Information
The reference number for this role is CAFHE04965.
For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Naomi Williams (Group Manager – Leaving Care) atnaomi.williams@westsussex.gov.uk. For issues or queries regarding your application please contact emma.cooper@westsussex.gov.uk.
To apply, please follow the links below to upload your CV and Cover Letter. In your cover letter please outline your motivations for applying and explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills) ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.
Equity, inclusion and accessibility is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success.
We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that have a disability, are a veteran or are a care leaver. More information can be found on our application help page.
Job Reference: CAFHE04965
