Do you have a passion for supporting young people and a desire to make a real impact?
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Leaving Care Personal Advisor to join Birmingham Children's Trust and help young people in care transition successfully to adulthood.
Contract: 3-months plus ongoing
Pay: £15.49 an hour
Hours: Full-time, Mon-Fri
Location: Birmingham Children's Trust, 1 Avenue Rd, Aston, Birmingham, B6 4DU
About the Role:
In this crucial role, you'll play a vital part in ensuring young people leaving care receive the support they need to thrive independently. You'll work closely with young people aged 18-25, developing personalized plans that address their individual needs and goals.
What You'll Do:
- Assess young people's needs and develop pathway plans to support their transition to adulthood.
- Provide ongoing guidance and support on areas like housing, education, employment, and finances.
- Advocate for young people's rights and ensure they receive their entitled services.
- Collaborate with social workers, carers, and other professionals to create a comprehensive support network.
- Maintain accurate case records and participate in service monitoring and evaluation.
- Contribute to the development of policies and practices for aftercare services.
Requirements:
- Substantial experience of working with children and young people up to the age of 21 and 25 if they are in higher education in a voluntary or Professional setting.
- Experience working with young people in care or care leavers.
- Experience of interagency work with young people who are vulnerable, at risk, homeless or have been in care.
- Experience of being responsible for directly assisting young people (caseload responsibility)
- Have worked successfully in achieving outcomes for Young People under supervision.
- A passion for social justice and a desire to empower young people.
If you are interested or know of anyone who may be, please contact Kat at Service Care Solutions on 01772208964 or email me at kat.shah@servicecare.org.uk.
Working with Service Care Solutions comes with many benefits, including:
- A specialist consultant within an experience and dedicated recruitment team
- Excellent rates of pay
- Payroll service twice a week
Service Care Solutions also offers a £250 referral bonus! So if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive £250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed.
