POW Nottingham is looking for a compassionate and proactive Casework Support Worker to provide high-quality, trauma-informed support to people accessing our services.
You will manage a caseload of individuals requiring crisis, immediate and longer-term support, helping them to address complex issues and access the services they need.
22 hours per week • £15,757 per annum • FTE £26,500 Nottingham and surrounding areas
Job Purpose
The Casework Support Worker is responsible for providing high-quality, trauma-informed casework support to people accessing POW Nottingham’s services. The postholder will manage a caseload of individuals requiring crisis, immediate and longer-term support, helping them to address complex issues, improve their wellbeing and access the services they need.
Working collaboratively with colleagues and partner organisations, the postholder will provide advocacy, safeguarding support, risk assessment, multi-agency working and practical interventions to help individuals overcome barriers and achieve positive outcomes.
Summary of responsibilities
– As our Casework Support Worker you will:
– Manage a caseload of individuals requiring crisis, immediate and longer-term support.
– Undertake holistic assessments and develop person-centred support plans.
– Provide practical support and advocacy around issues including housing, welfare benefits, healthcare, mental health and safety.
– Identify safeguarding concerns, undertake risk assessments and make emergency referrals where necessary.
– Advocate for service users and work with statutory, voluntary and community organisations to improve outcomes.
– Empower individuals to overcome barriers, build confidence and work towards greater independence.
At POW Nottingham you’ll be joining a committed team dedicated to improving the lives of sex workers in and around Nottingham.
Every day brings the opportunity to make a meaningful difference by helping people access the support they need, overcome barriers, improve their wellbeing and have greater choice and opportunity in their lives.
Requirements and Conditions
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (or ability to travel independently throughout Nottinghamshire).
- Ability to work flexibly, including evening outreach.
- Probation: 6 months
- DBS Disclosure: Enhanced Adults Workforc
Benefits
- Annual leave: 25 days per annum plus English bank/public holidays, pro rata for part-time hours.
- Employer pension contribution.
- Flexible working where operationally appropriate
- Opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of women involved in sex work.
- Travel expenses for work-related travel will be reimbursed.
For the full details and to request an application pack email rebecca@pow-advice.co.uk.
Application deadline: Wednesday 28th October
Please Note: We’ll be reviewing applications and holding interviews on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to apply early. The vacancy may close ahead of the advertised closing date if we receive sufficient applications.