Would you like the opportunity to work in a Best Start Family Hub, This is a fixed term contract for one year covering a secondment. This post offers the suitable candidate and opportunity to build on existing skills.
Hertfordshire’s Family Centre Service is made up of the Public Health Nursing Service (Health Visitors and School Nurses) Our purpose is to support children and families to have the best start in life, develop well and thrive. We provide families with children aged up to 5 years with a wide range of services, information and support on key areas relating to family life.
As a Perinatal Practitioner, you will promote the engagement of all parents and families, primarily antenatally and postnatally, in the services and support available to them, both face-to-face and digitally, through the Family Support Service and other agencies, with a particular focus on the more vulnerable families in the community.
You will engage with all parents and carers, including soon-to-be and young parents, while gaining a solid awareness of the local community's demographics and the networks, services, facilities, and support systems available to families in the area.
The Role
Participate in preparing and delivering a range of antenatal and postnatal specialist programmes for first-time parents and those identified as a priority. Delivery will be through various methods, including group meetings, one-to-ones, digital platforms, and social media.
You will provide a range of services, information, advice, specialist support, and interventions that support aspects such as infant feeding, safe sleep, self-weigh appointments, reducing isolation, and baby massage.
Hold a caseload of vulnerable families, working within the defined support interventions, planning creative responses to families’ needs and delivering support sessions and activities within the home and community, using various evidence-based parenting models and programmes, individually and in groups.
Keeping accurate records is essential for a good level of computer literacy .
Partnership working.
On occasion, some evening and Saturday work will be required. The centre's opening hours are between 8:00 a.m. and 6 p.m. Some lone working will be required.
Car Driver, with own car and business insurance essential.
Requirements
At least a Level 3 in a recognised professional qualification in health, education, childcare, social care or equivalent
Knowledge of the importance of Child Protection Procedures and Safeguarding children
Excellent communication skills
Experience of working with families from a wide range of backgrounds
You will need a valid UK driving licence and access to a car during working hours, and a willingness to travel on a regular basis. You must have insurance that allows you to drive for business purposes.
You will also require an enhanced DBS check.
At One YMCA we are an inclusive organisation and actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills, and potential. We do not discriminate on the basis of Age, Disability, Gender Reassignment, Marriage/Civil Partnership, Pregnancy/Maternity, Race, Religion/Belief, Sex and/or Sexual Orientation. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities, and industries, and are committed to having a team that is made up of diverse skills, experiences, and abilities.
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Perinatal Practitioner in Waterford employer: One YMCA Group
One YMCA is an exceptional employer dedicated to improving the lives of families during the crucial perinatal period. With a strong focus on professional development, our collaborative work culture fosters innovation and excellence in practice, ensuring that employees are supported through coaching and training opportunities. Located in Baldock, Hertfordshire, we offer a meaningful role where you can make a real difference in the community while being part of a diverse and inclusive team.
