Outreach Support Worker

Contract to start ASAP until 24-01-27 with a possible extension.

Responsibilities:

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As required within the service, work with service users to assess, design, plan, implement and support care plans/management of cases as directed by the line manager to maximise individual service user opportunity and development.

Assist with establishing, developing and sustaining effective working relationships with service users.

Provide appropriate and practical assistance and support to meet the needs and requirements of service users, individually and as a team.

As agreed within the service to undertake the role, duties and responsibilities of a key/case worker.

To assist the Manager/Team Leader in ensuring that service users have appropriate access to advocacy and where appropriate to the service, are empowered to self advocate.

Actively support and promote the inclusion and participation of service users using a range of interventions e.g. group work, user participation.

As discussed with the line manager, undertake relevant training and contribute to team workshops and other learning opportunities to promote good practice.

Co-operate and work with other professionals, carers and professional agencies involved in supporting service users and their families.

Be an active and constructive member of the team and assist in planning and implementation of events, groups and outcomes that achieve positive outcomes for the service and service users.

Work effectively to meet goals and targets and work to required deadlines, adhering to Departmental/service specific procedures, systems and policies i.e. Medication Policy the Council's Code of Conduct and related policies i.e., Equalities & Diversity, Data Protection, Confidentiality etc.

Comply with the Council's financial regulations and be aware of the resources available within the specialist area, including other sources of funding so that maximum benefit is obtained for service users within budget.

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RQ1779070-09-26