Immediate Support Coordinator

Immediate Support Coordinator (Somerset and Devon)Reports to: Bereavement Services Manager for EnglandSalary: Starting at £26,500 per annumLocation: Home working with regular travel throughout the areaHours: Full time - 37.5 hours over 5 daysContext of RoleOur client supports anyone affected by the sudden and unexpected death of a child or young person aged 25 and under. They provide immediate casework support, as well as ongoing services including counselling, complementary therapies, play therapy, coffee mornings, support events and a respite cottage.As they continue to expand their services across England the successful candidate will play a central role in the ongoing development of their relationships with stakeholders. Initiative and drive play an integral part of ensuring their professional stakeholders remain engaged and champion their service to those they support. The post holder will provide immediate and ongoing emotional and practical support to families, friends, witnesses and professionals affected by the sudden death of a child or young adult.Main Duties include:To initiate immediate support for a caseload of families whose children and young people aged 0-25 have died suddenly and unexpectedly across the county you reside in and bordering counties.Complete an initial assessment of families'' needs to identify and plan the support as required in line with safeguarding and risk reduction.Offer emotional support and advice to a case load of families through ..... full job details .....