About this role
Job summary
Please note - this post is based in North Lincolnshire
The Family Support Worker will work as part of an integrated team here in North Lincolnshire contributing to family health needs assessment. Working with families, children and young people age 0-19 (25 SEND) years. The post holder will work in partnership with the family and other agencies to develop, implement and evaluate packages of care on an individual basis and with groups.
The Family Support Worker will contribute to the wider public health agenda for Children and Young People through individual, group and community programmes of care.
If you don't already have a Level 3 qualification or equivalent experience in a relevant subject, RDaSH are offering this post alongside the opportunity for you to complete a Level 3apprenticeship qualification [relevant to your role].
As an apprentice within RDaSH you will be given the opportunity to gain experience, learn work-related skills and obtain all the tools needed to thrive.
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. Around 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying. This leads to a nationally recognised qualification.
Main duties of the job
The organisation is supportive of training needs and there is an excellent learning and development programme. You will receive regular safeguarding, management and clinical supervision and will have support from the leadership team team.
The Family Support Worker will work as part of an integrated team contributing to the family health needs assessment when working with families, children and young people age 0-19 years and up to 25 for young people with SEND. The post holder will work in partnership with the family and other agencies to develop, implement and evaluate packages of care on an individual basis and with groups.
About us
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.
We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.
We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:
https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/
To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:
https://workwithrdash.co.uk/
We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:
https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q
The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook
Job description Job responsibilities
Before applying, please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications
****If you are applying for this role via the apprenticeship route, please review the attached eligibility document to ensure you meet the eligibility criteria to undertake an apprenticeship****
Person Specification
Qualifications/Experience Essential
English and Maths at level 2 or equivalent (GCSE 9-4 or A*- C or functional skills level 2) NVQ Level 2 in a related subject NVQ level 3 in related subject or willingness to undertake a relevant Level 3 Apprenticeship
Experience Essential
oDemonstrate a keen interest caring for others
Desirable
oExperience in early years education settings oCommunity experience oPrevious experience of working as part of a team oPrevious experience of caring for patients in either a clinical setting or personal experience
Knowledge Essential
oAn understanding of the importance of confidentiality and the ability to deal sensitively with difficult situations.
Desirable
oChild Development milestones (physical emotional and social) oBasic awareness of parenting skills and strategies oAwareness of child and family health promotion oKnowledge and understanding of Health inequalities. oKnowledge of multi-agency working and safeguarding processes
Skills Essential
oGood interpersonal skills oAbility to communicate effectively both face to face and in writing oSkills to work effectively in teams, groups and independently. oAble to support and reassure patients / carers in distress oBasic IT skills oAbility to work on own initiative within agreed boundaries of work allocation.
Desirable
oPlay skills to work with individuals, families and communities. oCommunity development skills and knowledge. oAbility to critically reflect on your own experiences to improve and inform professional practice.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details Employer name Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT
Address Elizabeth Quarter
Queensway Industrial Estate
Scunthorpe
DN16 1AL
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)