9-month contract role with a local authority

Summary

This 9-month contract role with a local authority is designed to support young people, particularly care leavers, in their transition to independent adulthood. The position involves providing holistic, person-centred advice, guidance, and intervention. The successful candidate will manage a caseload, deliver tailored support programmes, and collaborate with internal teams and external agencies to ensure young people access appropriate services, develop life skills, and achieve positive outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Act as a full member of the Service team and contribute to its development within the Directorate.
• Manage an individual caseload and deliver direct support to young people on a one-to-one and group basis.
• Participate in duty and referral work, responding to emerging needs appropriately.
• Develop and implement tailored support programmes to assist young people transitioning from care to independent living.
• Maintain regular contact with service users to support their development, independence, and self-esteem.
• Conduct assessments and develop personalised support plans in conjunction with young people, social workers, carers, and partner agencies.
• Ensure all young people receive their entitled services and support from relevant agencies.
• Support access to education, employment, accommodation, and benefits.
• Work collaboratively to support young people with continuing care needs and ensure a smooth transition into adulthood.