Good Afternoon,
I am currently representing West Sussex Council, who are offering an initial temporary contract for a period of 3-6 months with a view to be extended or offered a permanent position for the right candidate at a rate of £15.70 which is negotiable dependent upon experience.
We are looking for a Caseworker this role will be: PO19 1RQ
The right candidate will:
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This is a varied role which includes working directly with refugee and migrant individuals and families to support with all facets of their relocation to the UK, from their initial arrival in the country right through to support into their eventual settled address.
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Key to this is being able to build productive partnerships with internal and external partners and the voluntary and community sector.
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The role includes coordinating with volunteers and wider communities to help integrate families, enabling them to acquire the knowledge they need to regain their independence and integrate successfully into our county.
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Your work will include liaising with key partners to help deliver successful outcomes and keeping up to date with national policy and practice.
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The role includes case management and accurate data recording, and you will focus on delivering a service that provides families with the skills and expertise needed to assist with assimilation.
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You will travel across the county, working flexibly to meet family's needs and will feel comfortable utilising a translation service where required.
We require the following:
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Experience in coordinating and working with partners and volunteers in the resettlement context or in a similar field.
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Experience in providing detailed casework notes for individuals and families, managing own caseload and appropriate information / data recording.
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Knowledge of refugees and migration, communities, minority groups, partners and stakeholders, and safeguarding and wellbeing issues including racism, domestic abuse and sexual/child/workplace exploitation.
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Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to facilitate and implement support plans for refugees with partners and volunteers. Ability to organise and prioritise work and coordinate a variety of tasks in a clear and logical way to meet agreed deadlines.
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Ability to build credible working relationships with partners and volunteers.
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Ability to apply sensitive interpersonal skills to effectively communicate and provide support in an accessible way.
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Ability to use judgement and analytical skills to interpret complex information.
To discuss this opportunity further please send over an up-to-date CV and give me a call on (phone number removed)
If you know someone who would be a good fit for the role, please send over their contact details and get in touch, as we do offer a generous referral fee.
IF THIS ROLE IS NOT APPLICABLE TO YOU, BUT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR ROLE, PLEASE SEND OVER YOUR CV AND I WILL CHECK WHAT ROLES I HAVE AVAILABLE.
Look forward to speaking with you soon