BHSCT Band 4 Family Support Worker/Contact Worker

MPA Recruitment are currently recruiting for full-time Band 4 Family Support Workers & Contact Workers based within the Belfast Trust.

Essential Criteria:

Minimum of Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) in a care related subject and 1 years experience in a caring role within a health / social care related environment.

OR

Level 2 qualification in a Care related subject and 2 years experience in a caring role within a health / social care related environment.
Must be willing to undergo an Access NI clearance.
Must hold a full current drivers licence and have access to a car.

Desirable Criteria:

Currently registered with NISCC and hold a valid certificate (applicants who are not registered with NISCC will be expected to undergo registration prior to commencing the role)

Duties:

To assist Social Workers in assessing the needs to children, young people and families in accordance with Legislation, Policy and Procedure.
To assist Social Workers in the implementation of Child Care Plans.
To undertake direct work with children and young people.
To facilitate supervised contact arrangements. This will include driving duties.
To support parents, children and young people in developing confidence and self-esteem.
To contribute to parenting programmes (individual and groupwork).
To maintain individual case loads and provide reports and information as required including giving evidence in Court.

Benefits:

Monday - Friday 9-5 hours
Attractive rates of pay
Unsocial hours pay enhancements
Weekly pay
Holiday Pay
24/7 on call service – our friendly team of consultants are there to help
FREE UNIFORM
Free yearly training with our experienced Nurse Manager