CAFCASS Family worker

The successful candidate will have the chance to showcase and build on their co-ordination skills effectively whilst assisting with managerial procedures enabling an efficient course of action for all contact referrals at the centre.

General

• Proactively take ownership in developing own knowledge to understand the context of the work of the company and associated risks, challenges and priorities


• Maintain at all times strict confidentiality of information relating to any sensitive information


• Communicate information effectively using the correct channels;


• Ensure familiarisation and adherence with Swan Family's policies and procedures at all times


• Meet obligations in respect of Health and Safety, primarily not putting self and others at risk of harm


• Carry out responsibilities effectively, accurately, promptly and in a well-organised way


• Observe and work to the Swan Family's Core Values


• To uphold Swan Family's core values, including treat all with respect. Swan Family operate as an anti-bullying organisation.


Principal Duties

• Working in partnership with Cafcass


• Working directly with families to achieve the ICFA 4 Key outcomes for families


• Supporting families to overcome barriers


• Support parents in understanding the impact conflict can have on children


• Support children to re-build their relationship with the parent they do not live with


• Be able to manage your own case load and complete all work with each family


• Ensuring PWP and FR's are submitted by the submission due dates


• Liaise with FCA's where necessary


• Attend regular workshops with other co-ordinators and meetings to share practice and continue professional development
  
  A professional qualification in working with children or equivalent



• Knowledge of Cafcass and the work they do



• Experience of working with children and families



• Extensive experience in report writing and preparing documentation for court