Older People & Physical Disabilities Social Worker
London Borough of Lambeth are looking to expand their current team with a dedicated Social Worker to join their Older People & Physical Disabilities team, offering an excellent opportunity to work within a well-structured and organised service. As well as joining a supportive team, our client also offers a competitive salary, opportunities for training to enhance your skills, and potential progression within your team. This role will be for an initial 3-6 months with potential for extension subject to internal circumstance and your performance.
Responsibilities
* Carrying out Care Act assessments for older people and adults with physical disabilities and their carers
* Undertaking strengths-based and person-centred assessments
* Care management and support planning
* Designing and reviewing care packages to meet eligible needs
* Managing a varied caseload of service users
* Making recommendations for short-term, reablement, and long-term care, including residential placements where appropriate
* Supporting service users with self-directed support and personal budgets
* Working closely with multi-disciplinary teams, including health professionals and community services
* Safeguarding vulnerable adults and promoting independence and wellbeing
Experience preferred
* Post qualifying experience of working as a Qualified Social Worker within Older People and/or Physical Disabilities services in the UK Social Care industry
Minimum Requirements
* Registration with Social Work England (SWE)
* Minimum of 1 year post qualifying experience within the UK Social Care industry
* Enhanced DBS/CRB (we can obtain for you)
* Eligibility to work in the UK
Benefits of working with Ackerman Pierce
* Your own personal consultant
* Access to a variety of Social Care jobs Nationwide
* DBS and Compliance Service
* Quick and Easy Registration ProcessAccess to CPD
* Guaranteed weekly payment
To discuss this Qualified Social Worker - Older People & Physical Disabilities position, or any similar vacancies we currently have available in London Borough of Lambeth, please contact Sydnee Hannam or email your updated CV today
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