Family Support Worker
Liverpool City Combined Authority
Role
Who You Are
You are a compassionate and patient individual who is dedicated to supporting families through challenging times. You have excellent communication skills and can build rapport quickly with both adults and children. Your understanding of the complexities of family dynamics and child welfare guides your approach, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for all involved.
What the Job Involves
As a Family Time Support Worker for supervised contact, you will facilitate and oversee contact sessions between children and their family members. Your role is to ensure these sessions are positive, safe, and beneficial for the child, while maintaining a supportive and neutral stance. You will work closely with social services, providing detailed observations and reports on the interactions and any areas of concern. Your contribution is crucial in aiding the assessment process for family cases.
Skills
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Empathy and understanding of family dynamics
- Ability to remain neutral and unbiased
- Attention to detail for reporting and observations
- Conflict resolution and problem-solving abilities
- Adaptability and resilience in challenging situations
- Organizational skills and time management