To work closely with the practice group to support and enable young people who are currently in care and those who have left care and are eligible for leaving care services to make a successful transition to adulthood through practical and planned interventions.

Responsibilities:

Work in partnership with the young person, carers, and other professionals to assess the young person needs and undertake actions to address need.

Manage the caseload as directed and organise and plan work activities prioritising tasks and responsibilities.

Provide written and verbal reports, which are concise, informative and based on analysis of complex evidence

Work with key professionals from the department and externally to offer advice and implement pathway plans

Maintain working knowledge of issues that impact on young people in careleaving care including benefits, housing and training and employment opportunities.

Candidate Requirements