Key Worker - North West London, United Kingdom - 1Accord Living

1Accord Living

Verified Company

North West London, United Kingdom

4 days ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

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Description

1Accord Living is currently recruiting for Key Workers for services in NW London. We pride ourselves in the provision of accommodation and individually tailored support to young people ages 16-18.

Key Responsibilities:

Providing emotional support to individuals and helping to address any worries/concerns through key work sessions.
Analysing an individual's needs and drawing up a focused support plan.
Providing practical support for individuals such as guidance and assistance with household tasks, personal care and paperwork.
Helping children to access education, health and leisure services;
Supporting them to pursue hobbies and interests.
Supporting the learning of new skills or gaining employment.
Providing advice on independent living to young people and teaching life skills, such as budgeting and paying bills.
Supporting children's links with their families and local community, and promoting continued contact
Understanding their communication needs and adapting your communication to each individual, e.g. sounds, tones, body language.
Working with other professionals, such as social workers, police, doctors and therapists, to ensure consistency of support.
Becoming both a role model and companion to the individual and uncovering shared interests, such as hobbies and outings.
Hours are flexible and shifts are made available and allocated fortnightly._

Further requirements include:

Current valid right to work in the UK
Minimum 12 months' of paid experience in a front line social care role within the last 3 years
Employment or education history to cover the last 5 years which can be verified through the referencing process.