Young Carers Assessor Practitioners

We value our staff's well-being and promote a work-life balance. We provide flexible working initiatives, opportunities for professional development and a variety of employee well-being services. As a Young Carer Assessor Practitioner, you play a crucial role in identifying specific needs and coordinating support through commissioned services. In this role, you'll assess the unique needs of those under 18 caring for loved ones facing health challenges or substance misuse. Your tailored assessments are instrumental in ensuring their well-being, protection, and development., Support and assist the potential young carers by assessing their needs according to the assessment framework. Identify where needs require additional support or signposting to ensure the well-being of individuals and groups to assure their protection, security and development.A young carer, by definition, is someone under the age of 18 who looks after a family member or friend who has a physical or mental health condition, or misuses drugs or alcohol. They may also look after brothers, sisters or elderly relatives too.Young Carers Assessor Practitioners are expected to carry out young carers needs assessment in a manner which is appropriate and proportionate to the needs and circumstances of the young carer to whom it relates. In carrying out the assessment, the practitioner must have regard to (a) the young carers age, understanding and family circumstances; (b) the wishes, feelings and preferences of the young carer; (c) any differences of opinion between the young carer, the young carers parents and the person cared for, with respect to the care which the young carer provides (or intends to provide); and (d) the outcomes the young carer seeks from the assessment. Young Carers Practitioners must provide the persons with such information about the manner and form of the assessment considered necessary to enable the persons to participate effectively in the assessment. Young Carers Practitioners should carry at the assessment according to the practice standards.Further duties include : Building working relationships with families, children and young people to identify need. To practice in a manner which fully complies with Council corporate and service policies and procedures at all times. Understanding complex needs, safeguarding procedures and pathways that support the wider needs of the family and the Young Carer. To contribute proactively to the effective working of the team with positive attitude, by sharing knowledge, offering advice and support and by preparedness to be involved in the development of services. Contribute to the performance of the service through feedback and reporting To fully engage and prepare for own supervision and appraisal through self-evaluation, ensuring that continual professional development is evidenced. To ensure that knowledge and understanding around the relevant legislation, guidance and policies is up to date. Use Council IT systems to ensure that recording and assessment are well evidenced. To be an ambassador for the Council and the department at all times, always representing the Council positively, professionally and appropriately at meetings with customers, external partners and agencies. Taking part in regular reflective practice audits and supporting with the wider auditing framework.

Your dedication to upholding practice standards and staying current with legislation is paramount. Whether you bring experience in health or social care or aspire to attain qualifications, your strong interpersonal skills will positively impact the lives of these young people., Essential

• Previous experience of working in a health or social care environment or similar
• setting.
• NVQ level 4 in Health and Social Care or Apprenticeship in Health and Social Care or
• equivalent or the ability to demonstrate the skills required and a commitment to work
• towards a relevant qualification as defined by the council within an agreed timeframe.
• Ability to utilise a range of Microsoft and electronic social care record software.
• Has up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and guidance in relation to working
• with, and the safeguarding of, vulnerable children, young people and their families.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills and ability to effectively communicate with people
• in a variety of ways and levels.
• Ability to prioritise tasks, work on own initiative against deadlines and plan and
• organise own work.
• Work without direct supervision and also know when to discuss with manager.
• Ability to work in a person centred way to meet individual outcomes.
• Fully fluent in spoken and written English
Experience Essential
• High level of relevant and practical experience acquired on the job.
• An advanced understanding of relevant procedures and working practices.
• Advanced knowledge of specialist function relevant to service area.
• Excellent ICT skills including use of Microsoft applications and specialist systems.
• Significant experience of working with clients and client groups with complex needs.
• Proven ability to carry out client risk assessments to identify eligibility for service provision and / or
• risk of harm.
• Proven ability to advise and guide clients to encourage development and to access services to
• which they are entitled.
• Ability to build trust and confidence with clients, client groups and colleagues.
• Proven ability to interpret situations, analyse behaviours to make judgements and deliver
• interventions to achieve outcomes.
• Proven ability to deliver training
Experience Essential
• High level of relevant and practical experience acquired on the job.
• An advanced understanding of relevant procedures and working practices.
• Advanced knowledge of specialist function relevant to service area.
• Excellent ICT skills including use of Microsoft applications and specialist systems.
• Significant experience of working with clients and client groups with complex needs.
• Proven ability to carry out client risk assessments to identify eligibility for service provision and / or
• risk of harm.
• Proven ability to advise and guide clients to encourage development and to access services to
• which they are entitled.
• Ability to build trust and confidence with clients, client groups and colleagues.
• Proven ability to interpret situations, analyse behaviours to make judgements and deliver
• interventions to achieve outcomes.
• Proven ability to deliver training
  
  Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. Thats why we focus on getting the things that matter to our people right.
  
  Salary : £30,559 - £32,654 pro rata
Hours per hours Interview date : To be confirmed following shortlisting Integrated Front Door - Transforming Young Lives Step into our Outstanding Integrated Front Door service, providing a 24 / 7, 365-day response to concerns for children and young people. Serving as a centralised access point aligned with statutory and local guidelines, we prioritise child safety and well-being.