Are you passionate about making a difference to our citizens and the district that they reside in? Then, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team.
Social Worker – Reablement Team
It is an exciting time to joinReablement, where we use astrengths based approachto promote independence and meet the health and wellbeingneeds of vulnerable adults and their carers.
We are seeking anenthusiastic and hardworking Social Workerto joinourReablement Team, who cover theWakefield District.
About the Role
You will work closely with key partners in Adult’s Services to carry outperson centred assessmentswith adults across the Wakefield district.
Using a strengths based approach to assessment and support planning, you will:
* Promote independence and self determination
* Focus on positive change and prevention of harm
* Support adults to achieve their personal outcomes
* Undertakeholistic assessmentsfollowing a transfer of care from a range of settings.
The Team
The Reablement team is a district wide service offering short term reablement support to adults and older people over the age of 18 to help them maintain or regain maximum independence. The service is time-limited and supports effective discharge from the hospital settings and helps to prevent unnecessary admissions to hospital.
The case management team consists of5 care co-ordinators, who complete reviews and statutory assessments of adults who require the reablement service.
There will be an expectation of line management duties such as case management and supervision.
Working Arrangements
* Monday to Thursday:8:30am – 5:00pm
* Friday:8:30am – 4:30pm
* Flexible working arrangementsare available and can be discussed with the line manager
What We’re Looking For
As a Social Worker, you will:
* Be passionate about making a difference and open to change
* Demonstrate the ability to work under pressure
* Be well organised and able to prioritise and manage risk within a complex caseload
* Have experience and a strong commitment to strengths based practice
* Be able to undertake standard social care duties, including:
o Chairing meetings
o Providing support and advice to junior staff
o Producing high quality, person led assessments and reports (including court reports)
Afull driving licenceis essential, as the role covers the whole Wakefield District.
What We Offer
In return, we offer:
* The opportunity to work in anexciting and rewarding area of Social Care
* Access to flexible working
* Regular supervisionOngoing training and professional development
* Support from a highly motivated and skilled team
Newly Qualified Social Workers (ASYE)
All newly qualified Social Workers will undertake theAssessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE)programme. Wakefield is committed to supporting NQSWs, offering:
* A dedicated ASYE assessor
* Regular 1:1 supervision session
* Training and team support
Your first year will be a probationary period, in which we will work closely with you to support your development and progression in your Social Work career.
Essential Requirements
Applicants must:
* Hold aDegree in Social Workor equivalent
* Beregistered with Social Work England
* Have relevantpost qualifying training and experience
* Hold afull driving licence
Additional Information
Successful applicants will be required to:
* Attend an interview
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact:
Jinny Richards on 07795640248
Company: Wakefield Council
Salary: £35,412.00 – £38,220.00, Grade 8
Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire
Sector: Health and Social Care
Job Role: Social Worker
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