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Child & Family Therapeutic Worker
safer places

Job Description

Safer Places is an independent charity which provides a comprehensive range of services to adults and children affected by domestic and sexual abuse and family conflict who live in Essex and Hertfordshire. The people who use our services are at the heart of our organisation and we aim to work to enable them to overcome the impact of their experience and to build a brighter and safe future for themselves and their children.

We have a full time Child & Family Worker position in West Essex – Harlow.  This role involves accepting referrals allocated by the service manager or senior DAP  and commence an initial need and risk assessment with the child/ren within the specified timescales  initiating  plans to manage and address risks,  needs and immediate safety. Managing own case load, planning and delivery of support to clients and their child/ren on the basis of risk and need.

This position requires that the applicant:

  • Experience in working in a supportive role with families, children and young people (paid or voluntary)
  • Experience of working with families with complex needs
  • Experience of working within a multi-discipline team
  • Experienced in assessing needs and client focused support planning
  • An understanding of the role of statutory agencies in respect of dealing with domestic abuse and supporting children and parents
  • Good numeracy and literacy skills
  • Ability to keep accurate records
  • Ability to use Microsoft word, email and internet
  • Subject to DBS check
  • Be a car driver.

    To Apply:

    Please download the application form below to apply.

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