Family Gateway Contact Officer
Posted 5 days ago by 1762922461
£18 Per hour
Undetermined
Hybrid
Cardiff
Summary: The Family Gateway Contact Officer role involves providing high-quality information, advice, and assistance to families and professionals in the Cardiff area. This hybrid position requires managing and coordinating multiple referrals without carrying a caseload, ensuring timely support for children and families. The role emphasizes collaboration with social workers and partner agencies while maintaining accurate records. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and experience in a support setting for children and families.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide information, advice, and assistance to families and professionals.
- Coordinate and manage multiple incoming referrals to ensure timely support.
- Work collaboratively with social workers, Early Help teams, and partner agencies.
- Identify when individuals may be at risk and escalate appropriately.
- Maintain accurate records using Microsoft Office and case management systems.
Key Skills:
- Enthusiastic, motivated, and positive approach to supporting families.
- Resilience and the ability to work well under pressure.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport quickly.
- Experience working with children, young people, or families in a support setting.
- Good knowledge of safeguarding and the ability to recognise potential risks.
Salary (Rate): £18 per hour
City: Cardiff
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
We are currently seeking multiple Family Gateway Contact Officers, on behalf of one of our clients in the Cardiff Area.
In this role, you will work as part of the Family Gateway Team, providing high-quality information, advice, and assistance to families and professionals across Cardiff. You'll help identify the most appropriate support for children, young people, and families, ensuring their wellbeing needs are met at the right time and at the right level.
This is a hybrid role, with around two days per week in the office. You won't carry a caseload but will be responsible for managing and coordinating multiple referrals through various contact channels including telephone, web chat, and email.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide information, advice, and assistance to families and professionals.
- Coordinate and manage multiple incoming referrals to ensure timely support.
- Work collaboratively with social workers, Early Help teams, and partner agencies.
- Identify when individuals may be at risk and escalate appropriately.
- Maintain accurate records using Microsoft Office and case management systems.
Key Requirements
- Enthusiastic, motivated, and positive approach to supporting families.
- Resilience and the ability to work well under pressure.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport quickly.
- Experience working with children, young people, or families in a support setting.
- Good knowledge of safeguarding and the ability to recognise potential risks.
Contract Length: 3-6 months with a view to extend to an ongoing contract.
Pay Rate: £14-£18 (Negotiable DOE)
Working pattern - 37 hours per week - Hybrid working
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Contact Leasha on 01772 954 200
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