Redcar And Cleveland - Looked After Through Care Team

Job Title - Social Worker - Looked After Through Care Team

Organisation - Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council

Location - Redcar and Cleveland

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of vulnerable children and young people?

Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council are seeking a dedicated and experienced Social Worker to join our Looked After Through Care Team.

Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council Looked After Through Care Team plays a crucial role in ensuring that young individuals leaving care receive the necessary guidance and assistance to thrive independently.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive support and guidance to young people leaving care, focusing on their transition into independent living
• Conduct thorough assessments of individual needs and develop personalized care plans in collaboration with service users, families, and other professionals
• Offer practical assistance in areas such as housing, education, employment, finance, and emotional well-being to promote independence and self-sufficiency
• Advocate on behalf of service users to ensure their rights and entitlements are upheld within various settings, including housing, education, and healthcare
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of interventions, assessments, and progress reports in accordance with statutory requirements and organizational policies
• Work collaboratively with internal teams, external agencies, and community resources to coordinate holistic support services for young people in care

If you are passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children and families and meet the requirements outlined above, we would love to hear from you

Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

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