Leaving Care Personal Advisor

Leaving Care Personal Advisor
Location: London Borough of Hillingdon
Salary: £24ltd
Contract Type: Initially 3 months
About the Role
The Personal Advisor role is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and compassionate individual to work in collaboration with qualified Social Workers to assess the needs of looked after young people preparing for adulthood and independence.
Key Responsibilities

Hold a caseload of 18+ care leavers, which will involve specialising in work with defined young people, for example, but not limited to; challenging behaviour, mental health, young offenders and unaccompanied asylum-seeking young people.
Participate in the process of coordinating, preparing, implementing, monitoring and 6 monthly reviewing of Pathway Plans for all allocated young people.
Fulfil the roles and responsibilities of a Personal Advisor as outlined in the local leaving care policy, procedures, and Local Offer.
Develop close and effective working relationships with key agencies and partners to facilitate a coordinated multi-agency response to the identified needs of care leavers.
Advocate on behalf of young people and encourage and empower them in exploring and making decisions to fulfil their potential.
Offer practical assistance; supporting a young person to move their belongings, to help a young person buy essential items for their new accommodation using their Setting Up Home Allowance.

To ensure a young person has the right access to eligible welfare benefits and other financial support they may be entitled to.
Be part of a duty rota system and to work flexibly, including regular lone working and at times unsociable hours.
Help organise and attend drop-ins and any relevant activities to engage young people.

Requirements

Experience of working with young people in a social care setting.
Knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures relating to young people leaving care.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people.
A full driving licence and access to a vehicle.

How to Apply
If you are interested in this Personal Advisor role, please submit your CV to erin.webbe@servicecare.org.uk