Reference: R0000395
Department: Children's Care
Service Area: Children's Service's
Salary: GBP 20,344 - GBP 21,166 pro rata
Hours: 18.5 hours per week
Contractual Status: Permanent
We require a highly motivated, creative and committed individual to join our Short Breaks service. This rewarding opportunity will allow you to become part of a dedicated team who work closely with families and a range of local organisations to provide support to children and young people with disabilities (aged 0-17) to access local Short Break provision.
As a Short Breaks Facilitator you will undertake the role of supporting families in applying for short break funding, providing advice and guidance in relation to local available services as well as signposting to other agencies in order to deliver the best outcome for each individual family. You will benefit from a supportive team of experienced staff and regular supervision.Applicants should have:
Experience of engaging directly with children and/or families of children and young people with disabilities.
The ability to work closely and build positive relationships with other agencies and with parents/carers.
Good communication skills.
You would also be available to work during school holidays and may occasionally be required to undertake work during evenings.
The above post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Closing date: Monday 1st July 2019 by 12 midnight.
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