Social Worker (Haven)

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Effective use of therapeutic approaches and other intervention strategies to stabilize and regulate emotions of clients. Ensure behaviour support management strategies are in place to effectively manage challenging behaviours of clients. Be trauma-informed in the management of cases. Be able to work with both young people and their family members. Establish close working partnership both internally (The Haven, Gracehaven, IPAC and residential program team and volunteers) and other stake holders so as to maximise community resources and support systems. Advocate and represent the rights, needs and welfare of Clients through official platforms, to address service gaps, concerns or issues that will promote and enhance the service delivery for beneficiaries. Promote professional development through identifying learning needs, transfer of skills and knowledge and offer training where appropriate. Complete all necessary documentation for all clients including admission forms, discharge summaries and other ongoing case records.