Summary: The Keyworker role involves providing coordination and direct support to children with learning disabilities and autism across North Central London. The position focuses on delivering intensive interventions to keep children in the community, prevent unnecessary hospital admissions, and facilitate smooth transitions back into community settings. The Keyworker will collaborate with families and various professionals to navigate the health, education, and social care systems effectively. This role is integral to improving the quality of life for children and their families while ensuring equitable access to necessary services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide coordination and direct support to children with learning disabilities and autism.
• Deliver targeted, intensive interventions to prevent avoidable admissions to inpatient mental health services.
• Support families/carers in navigating barriers across multiple services and organizations.
• Work collaboratively with other professionals to ensure timely assessments and support for families.
• Empower families to access the right support from the system.
• Coordinate care systemically to maximize local resources and improve transitions.
• Engage in the Keyworking model to connect various parts of the system effectively.

Key Skills:

• Experience working with children with learning disabilities and autism.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders across health, education, and social care.
• Skills in coordinating care and navigating complex systems.
• Empathy and understanding of family dynamics and challenges.
• Problem-solving skills to address barriers to accessing services.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: London

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other