Welfare professionals
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Description
Workers in this unit group perform a variety of welfare-related professional occupations not elsewhere classified in MINOR GROUP 244: Welfare Professionals.
Tasks
- provides activities to assist young people develop and fulfil their potential as individuals and within the community
- advises and supports families experiencing stress or crisis
- acts as an advocate for and represents individuals and families at tribunals and similar hearings
- oversees, supervises and provides counselling for the process of adoption
- mentors and counsels those with mental health problems
- provides rehabilitation services to individuals
- manages volunteers and part-time workers, and liaises with other relevant professionals
- keeps records and controls budgets.
Educational Requirements
Entry is via a variety of relevant academic and/or professional qualifications. Background checks including a CRB check are likely to be required.
