Carers Federation Ltd is a national charity and Company Limited by Guarantee established in 1992 to empower Carers, the people for whom they care and the wider community. The charity is managed by a Board of Trustees elected by our membership.

Our Action for Young Carers service helps young people aged 5-18. As part of a small team of Support Workers you will work closely with Young Carers and their families in Nottingham City. The attributes of AYC Support Worker would be.

• Deal with emotional, practical, and physical pressures
• Working with families providing assistance and one to one support
• Offer appropriate interventions and identify needs of individual and or family with internal and external support organisation statutory.
• Confident, conscientious, enthusiastic
• Previous experience in working with children
• You will be expected to deliver group activities during school holidays and at least one evening a week during term time.

You will work within Nottingham City Safeguarding Board policies and procedures alongside those of Carers Federation.

It is essential that you are a driver and car user as the role entails travel throughout Nottingham City and you will need to transport Young Carers to and from various activities.

Due to the current situation with Coronavirus you will be required to temporarily

work from home

This post is subject to medical, reference and enhanced DBS checks.

“Striving to promote equality and diversity throughout our service”

Closing date: Friday 12th March 2021. 

Carers Federation operates a smoke free site policy. Smoking is not permitted on any of our premises.

HOUSING OFFICER, HOUSING MANAGEMENT SERVICE, NOTTINGHAM, PERMANENT, 37 HPW, FRWK08 £21,150 – 22,831 FTE

We are looking to recruit a Housing Officer to take responsibility for the management and maintenance of a number of properties within our Housing Management Service.

For this role, the successful candidate must hold a full driving licence, have use of a car and be prepared to cover a geographical area within the Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire area.

The post holder will provide an effective, customer focused service to tenants, particularly focusing on dealing with: Anti-social behaviour and tenancy management, improving income, ensuring properties are maintained to a good standard, dealing with housing related court action, working closely with support providers to prevent eviction and engaging with local communities including the Police, ASB teams and neighbours.

The successful candidate needs experience of working in a housing management role and should ideally be able to demonstrate the following:

• A proven track record of dealing with allocations, sign ups and ending of tenancies

• Experience of carrying out property inspections

• Experience of managing tenancies, in relation to when they are breached and enforcing their terms

• An understanding of housing law and the landlord/tenant relationship

• An understanding of some of the issues faced by vulnerable people and knowledge

  of agencies who can help address those issues

• Experience of working with support providers in an accommodation setting

• A qualification in Housing Management or similar level 4 (or a willingness to obtain one)

What we offer: Life Assurance, Pension (up to 4% matched by FHA), Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Benefits, Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Learning programmes tailored to suit different roles and services, Health Cash Plan.

Framework supports all employees to achieve a better work/life balance. Should you wish us to consider flexible working or job share as part of your application please state this on your application in the supporting statement section.

97% of the workforce in a recent staff survey said they were proud to work for Framework.

Framework is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Registered charity No: 1060941.

As a Disability Confident employer we warmly encourage job applications from people with disabilities. Framework is committed to offering opportunities to people from diverse communities. If you have specific requirements or adjustments please let us know if there is anything we can do to support your application

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Role: Subcontracted Therapists

Salary: £30 per attended session

An opportunity has arisen for Subcontracted Therapists to work with a dynamic and professional charity. Due to recent demand in services, we are looking for Sub-contracted Therapists to cover the Derbyshire area.

The fee per attended session is £30, you will be paid £15 for DNA and cancellations within 24 hours, you will also be paid a £30 per month admin retainer.

Applicants will need their own premises or therapy room, up-to-date insurance, a work laptop/device which is in line with safeguarding requirements, and an approved antivirus software.

The purpose of this role is:

• To work therapeutically, with either or both young people aged  0 – 17 year old and adults 18+ across Derbyshire, who have experienced sexual abuse or rape at any point
• To deliver therapeutic support either face to face and/or remotely
• To work within professional guidelines and the overall framework of the agency’s policies and procedures

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• To provide face to face and/or remote counselling to young people and/or adults
• To work with approximately 4 clients
• To provide clinical assessments and ongoing sessions
• Tailor support package, as far as possible for each individual client
• To participate and collaborate with Independent Sexual Violence Advisor and/or Children’s Independent Sexual Violence Advisor (ISVA’s/ChISVA) and other team members to provide specialist clinical services as required
• To monitor clinical progress through regular reviews and the use of outcome measures set out by the organisation
• Maintain confidentiality in line with SV2’s information governance policies.
• To support and liaise closely with practitioners and professionals in SV2 and other external organisations
• Adhere to the BACP Code of Ethics adopted by SV2
• To attend external supervision in line with BACP requirements
• Opportunity to co-facilitate online or face to face support groups
• Opportunity to offer holistic therapies and mindfulness/meditation sessions

The Organisation is a Charity supporting victims of sexual violence across Derbyshire. The aims of the Charity are; to reduce the impact of rape and sexual abuse on victims (male and female, adults and children) and their families; to encourage reporting of rape and sexual abuse; to support victims through the legal process and; to reduce the incidence of rape and sexual abuse by raising awareness. 

To apply for this post you will need:

• A recognised qualification in counselling or psychotherapy to at least diploma level 4.
• Safeguarding training.
• At least 450 hours post qualifying counselling practice, supervised by a qualified supervisor.
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience of working specifically with this client group.
• Extensive knowledge & awareness of rape, sexual abuse, rape trauma syndrome and their effects within the therapeutic setting.
• Registration with BACP or similar.
• Good communication skills, written and oral including an ability to write reports
• Good IT skills.  Experience of working with: email (outlook or gmail), word, excel, databases
• Driving licence and access to a car with business insurance as may be required to travel around the county.
• The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Applicants should register their interest by clicking the ‘apply on line’ button and attaching their CV. We will then contact you and provide you with an Application Pack.

Closing date for completed applications is 29th March 2021. If application is successful, interviews will be held on 15th April 2021.

While we would like to contact all our candidates, unfortunately, this is not possible so if you haven’t heard from us 14 days after the closing date, your application has not been successful.

We do not accept applications from recruitment agencies.

SUPPORT WORKER, GH HOUSE, NOTTINGHAM, PERMANENT, 37HPW, FRWK 03 £16,915 - £18,430 FTE

The GH House part of Cluster Team is a dispersed service visiting multiple occupant non staffed accommodation every day across Nottingham city.

The client group has complex needs and may have mental health and substance misuse issues and require support in gaining the skills to move on into independent accommodation. This role involves lone working and recording all work electronically, liaising with support agencies and advocating for service users. Full training will be provided.

We are looking for candidates who can communicate with people in a friendly and welcoming manner. You will need to be reliable and enthusiastic with some experience of dealing with the public in a busy service environment - experience of working in a hostel or similar environment is NOT necessary.

Experience of working with alcohol and drug misuse is desirable. The post will involve lone working and a shift system working evenings and weekends.

 The main functions of these roles are;

• To ensure that clients and the building are safe and secure

• To build the skills of service users to empower them in maximising their independence

• To contribute to the achievement of contractual service obligations

• To work in partnership with other agencies to maximise service delivery

What we offer: Life Assurance, Pension (up to 4% matched by FHA), Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Benefits, Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Learning programmes tailored to suit different roles and services, Health Cash Plan.

Framework supports all employees to achieve a better work/life balance. Should you wish us to consider flexible working or job share as part of your application please state this on your application in the supporting statement section.

97% of the workforce in a recent staff survey said they were proud to work for Framework.

Framework is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Registered charity No: 1060941.

As a Disability Confident employer we warmly encourage job applications from people with disabilities. Framework is committed to offering opportunities to people from diverse communities. If you have specific requirements or adjustments please let us know if there is anything we can do to support your application

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SUPPORT WORKER, MEN’S COMPLEX NEEDS, PERMANENT, 22.5 HPW FRWK03 £16,915 - £18,430 FTE (PRO-RATA: £10,286 - £11,207)

Men’s Complex Needs Service is a short term supported housing service for single homeless men aged 18+ with complex support needs such as offending, substance use and mental health.

We are looking for candidates who can communicate with people in a friendly and welcoming manner. We are looking for a resilient, reliable, self-motivated candidate who can demonstrate an understanding of the issues facing those affected by homelessness. An awareness of the support needs of our client group is essential. Experience of working in a supported housing residential setting or similar setting is desirable.

The main function of the role will be:

• To support work the work of support planners to ensure tasks and objectives identified in support plans are achieved within agreed time scales.

• To assess individual service user’s skills and needs and to work positively with risk

• To support service users to engage with a process of resettlement in to appropriate long term accommodation

• To ensure safety and security of the clients and the building

• To build the skills and confidence of service users to empower them in maximising their independence

• To contribute to the achievement of contractual service obligations

• To carry out domestic tasks around the service to maintain the health and hygiene of the physical environment

• To work in partnership with other agencies to maximise service delivery

What we offer: Life Assurance, Pension (up to 4% matched by FHA), Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Benefits, Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Learning programmes tailored to suit different roles and services, Health Cash Plan.

Framework supports all employees to achieve a better work/life balance. Should you wish us to consider flexible working or job share as part of your application please state this on your application in the supporting statement section.

97% of the workforce in a recent staff survey said they were proud to work for Framework.

Framework is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Registered charity No: 1060941.

As a Disability Confident employer we warmly encourage job applications from people with disabilities. Framework is committed to offering opportunities to people from diverse communities. If you have specific requirements or adjustments please let us know if there is anything we can do to support your application

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HOUSING NAVIGATOR, NOTTINGHAMSHIRE PREVENTION AND RESETTLEMENT SERVICE, SUTTON IN ASHFIELD, FRWK09 £21,866 - £23,714, 12-MONTH TEMPORARY (WITH POSSIBILITY TO BE EXTENDED)

The post will provide an intensive service in Nottinghamshire County to support complex, high risk and/or chaotic service users in securing and maintaining accommodation.

This cohort of service users are at risk of rough sleeping, and any risk to the public and victims is increased as individuals are at greater risk of offending whilst their lifestyle remains chaotic.

The post will support complex and/or high risk of harm, service users, who are at risk of rough sleeping. Work will begin in custody and will follow the individual into the community to help obtain accommodation, provide life skills and budgeting support and help the individual sustain a tenancy.

The post requires a driver with access to own car and full driving license.

What we offer: Life Assurance, Pension (up to 4% matched by FHA), Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Benefits, Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Learning programmes tailored to suit different roles and services, Health Cash Plan.

Framework supports all employees to achieve a better work/life balance. Should you wish us to consider flexible working or job share as part of your application please state this on your application in the supporting statement section.

97% of the workforce in a recent staff survey said they were proud to work for Framework.

Framework is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Registered charity No: 1060941.

As a Disability Confident employer we warmly encourage job applications from people with disabilities. Framework is committed to offering opportunities to people from diverse communities. If you have specific requirements or adjustments please let us know if there is anything we can do to support your application

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SUPPORT WORKER, LONDON ROAD SERVICE, NOTTINGHAM, PERMANENT, 37 HPW, FRWK03 £16,915 - £18,430

The London Road Service is the first step towards independent living for single homeless people in Nottingham City. We provide short-term accommodation and support to assist people in making positive changes to their lives.  The service is made up of 45 units of accommodation. 

We are looking for candidates who can communicate with people in a friendly and welcoming manner. You will need to be reliable and enthusiastic with an understanding of safeguarding.  Experience of working in a hostel or similar environment is not necessary but preferable.

 The main functions of these roles are;

• To ensure that clients and the building are safe and secure
• To build the skills and confidence of service users to empower them in maximising their independence
• To contribute to the achievement of contractual service obligations
• To work in partnership with other agencies to maximise service delivery
• To take responsibility of the welfare of the service users on site
• To assist service users in moving on into settled accommodation

The role will require you to work shifts on a rota which includes evening and weekend working.

What we offer: Life Assurance, Pension (up to 4% matched by FHA), Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Benefits, Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Learning programmes tailored to suit different roles and services, Health Cash Plan.

Framework supports all employees to achieve a better work/life balance. Should you wish us to consider flexible working or job share as part of your application please state this on your application in the supporting statement section.

97% of the workforce in a recent staff survey said they were proud to work for Framework.

Framework is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Registered charity No: 1060941.

As a Disability Confident employer we warmly encourage job applications from people with disabilities. Framework is committed to offering opportunities to people from diverse communities. If you have specific requirements or adjustments please let us know if there is anything we can do to support your application

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Job Description - Support Worker
Responsible to: Support Team Manager
Location:           Baca office, Loughborough, England. The role requires regular travel in Loughborough and Leicester. The role may also require travel to wider areas of the Midlands and the UK.
Hours:               37.5 hours per week with evening and weekend work.
Contract:           Permanent
Salary:              £18,500 to £22000 per annum
Overall Purpose

• To provide support and care to the young people who are newly arrived in the country, providing the foundations for them to rebuild their strength, dignity and grow their hope for their futures.
• To partner with social workers and representatives from other agencies, for the benefit of the young people.

Duties Responsibilities

• To be a key worker for a number of young people who are in the care of Baca, providing high quality holistic support for their transition to adulthood.
• Playing an active role in developing knowledge and understanding in areas relevant to the role and especially in the areas of asylum and refugee law, trafficking, supporting separated children and the cultures of different nations relevant to Baca.
• To work proactively and collaboratively to ensure all young people are safeguarded and taking the initiative in resolving any issues that may arise with young people.
• To be a role model to all young people in Baca’s care, providing care and compassion without discrimination of age, race, colour or behavioural issues.
• Support young people in developing essential life skills in line with the individual support plan to prepare them for independent living. Training young people in living skills such as washing, cleaning, cooking and safety food shopping and budgeting; proactively and intentionally in line with the Baca pyramid plan.
• Support young people in developing their skills and interests in education, vocation or hobbies.
• Be an active part of a diverse environment of staff and young people from different cultures and backgrounds.
• Develop excellent working partnership with social workers, volunteers and other partners’ to provide a holistic development package for each young person enabling them to become independent.
• Actively plan, prepare and participate in all meetings and events that are related to the support of the young people.
• Develop and maintain excellent communication with all members of the team and all external partners and supporters.
• Carry out all administrative work required as part of the role such as month end reports, support plans on time and in a consistent manner.

General

• Play an active and supportive role within the organisation
• Take ownership of files allocated, ensuring they are up to date and stored correctly.
• Maintain strict confidentiality in relation to work undertaken and ensure all confidential material is stored according to Baca’s Confidentiality statement and Data Protection Policy.
• Embrace the Vision and Values – Integrity, Wisdom, Grace, Compassion, Respect, Passion - of Baca and reflect this in working practice.
• Treat all staff and young people fairly and without prejudice, in line with Baca’s Equality and Diversity policy and adhering to all Baca’s policies and procedures.
• Be aware of the correct procedures for dealing with any suggested incidences of safeguarding concerns and to follow them, in line with Baca’s Child, Vulnerable Adult Protection & Safeguarding Policy

Personal Specification
Baca is looking for someone who can join the support team and provide support, care and be a role model for young people who are newly arrived unaccompanied asylum seekers aged 16 to 18. They will be motivated and passionate about the work that Baca does and the young people in our care. The successful applicant will have the ability to ensure the support we give to the young people is of the highest quality and goes beyond the statutory standards set. They will be very approachable, reliable and a strong team worker. They will be a great people person who can develop key external relationships. They will also be a very organised and proactive individual. The successful applicant will need access to transport as the role requires visiting the young people in their homes and attending different appointments/meetings across the midlands. The successful applicant will subscribe to and work in line with Baca’s vision and values. Someone who is supportive, approachable, responsible, reliable, personable and willing to set boundaries in line with Baca’s values.
Qualifications/Knowledge/Experience

• Experience in working with young people and an understanding of cross cultural issues in working with asylum seekers.
• Experience of prioritising workload to meet competing deadlines.
• Experience in use of computers, with experience in Microsoft Office and on-line email systems.

Skills/Abilities

• Ability to provide a strong role model and authoritative figure to the young people and build their trust and respect.
• Ability and willingness to make young people feel safe and welcomed.
• Ability to engage and work with young people in a professional and sensitive manner.
• Ability to provide appropriate activities for young people.
• Very well organised, able to manage a number of tasks at any one time.
• Ability to remain calm and controlled in all situations with young people.
• Good interpersonal skills and able to interact well with staff and visitors to the office and other properties.
• Ability to use own initiative under supervision within accountability structures.
• Enjoys working under pressure.
• Ability to resolve problems and be creative in a team environment.

Other Expectations

• Have a genuine concern for and commitment to asylum seekers/refugees, young people and UASCs in particular.
• Ability to work flexible hours in line with the needs of the team and the young people.
• Ability and commitment to work at all times within a framework of confidentiality and anti-discriminatory practice.
• Commitment to work within the vision, mission, values and ethos of the organisation.
• A Full clear driving license is essential.

All successful candidates must be able to gain a successful enhanced DBS check. 

Interviews will be week commencing the 21st of March 2021. 

PSYCHOSOCIAL INTERVENTION WORKER, EDWIN HOUSE (CARE AND REABLEMENT), NOTTINGHAM, PERMANENT, 37 HPW, FRWK05 £18,430 - £20,133

PSYCHOSOCIAL INTERVENTION WORKER REQUIRED FOR NEW AND EXCITING SUBSTANCE MISUSE SERVICE IN NOTTINGHAM

Framework Housing Association is the lead provider of drug and alcohol treatment within Nottingham City and is excited to be able to offer this unique opportunity to work within a specialised service.

Framework is looking to appoint a Psychosocial Intervention worker for its Care and Reablement (Residential) service. You will join our team of Senior Support Workers, Support Workers and a Psychosocial Team- providing high standards of care and support to Service users. This will include supporting service users in recovery from drug and alcohol misuse and promoting independence and reablement. Edwin House is a CQC registered facility located in Nottingham.

Excellent communication skills are essential alongside experience of working with vulnerable people.

Please note Psychosocial Intervention Workers are required to work over a 7 day week.

What we offer: Life Assurance, Pension (up to 4% matched by FHA), Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Benefits, Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Learning programmes tailored to suit different roles and services, Health Cash Plan.

Framework supports all employees to achieve a better work/life balance. Should you wish us to consider flexible working or job share as part of your application please state this on your application in the supporting statement section.

97% of the workforce in a recent staff survey said they were proud to work for Framework.

Framework is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Registered charity No: 1060941.

As a Disability Confident employer we warmly encourage job applications from people with disabilities. Framework is committed to offering opportunities to people from diverse communities. If you have specific requirements or adjustments please let us know if there is anything we can do to support your application

NO AGENCIES PLEASE.