Children Support Worker

Job Title: Family Support Worker

Company: Prospero Health and Social Care

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough assessments to identify trauma-related issues and challenging behaviours in teenagers.
• Dealing with young people with medium to high-risk support.
• Develop and implement individualised service plans in collaboration with families, incorporating trauma-informed and behaviour management strategies.
• Provide immediate support during crises, utilising trauma-informed and de-escalation techniques.
• Develop and implement behaviour support plans, incorporating positive reinforcement and evidence-based interventions.
• Work closely with families to understand the dynamics of trauma and challenging behaviours.
• Provide education to families on trauma, its impact on behaviour, and effective strategies for fostering a positive and structured home environment.
• Advocate for adolescents and their families to ensure access to appropriate services, including mental health resources, educational support, and specialised programs.
• Collaborate with external agencies and professionals to create a holistic support network.
• Facilitate individual and group sessions to build coping skills, emotional regulation, and interpersonal relationships.
• Implement trauma-focused therapeutic interventions tailored to the unique needs of each teenager.
• Maintain accurate and confidential documentation, ensuring compliance with reporting requirements.

Qualifications:

• Substantial experience working with teenagers who have experienced trauma and challenging behaviours.
• Proficiency in trauma-informed care and behaviours management strategies.
• Strong communication and crisis intervention skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with families, school personnel, and other professionals.

Preferred Skills:

• Certification in trauma-focused therapeutic approaches or behaviour management.
• Familiarity with evidence-based interventions for challenging behaviours in adolescents.
• Experience in a variety of therapeutic modalities, such as cognitive-behavioural therapy or dialectical behaviour therapy.

To apply for this role:

• Must have 1 year UK experience working with 13 - 19 years olds or young adults who have challenging behaviour
• Musthave overseas police check if you have not worked in the UK for longer than 5 years
• Have an enhanced Child and Adult DBS registered on the update service or willing to process a new one through Prospero Health and Social
• Capable of providing references covering the last 5 years.

For further information please contact Marian at Prospero Health & Social Care on: to discuss the position further or Email: