Are you an experienced Social Worker ready to step into a role that combines leadership and skill development?
Join a dynamic Adult Community team dedicated to providing support and intervention for individuals aged 18 and above, living with physical disabilities, chronic conditions, autism, and sensory impairments.
Our teams offer support and intervention to people aged 18 plus, who live with physical disabilities, chronic and long-term conditions, autism and sensory impairment. We work in a supportive environment and are committed to professional and career development, providing monthly supervision and offering flexible working arrangements.
About the Role
As a crucial member of our team, you'll collaborate with individuals, families, and caregivers, conduct Care Act 2014 assessments, evaluate needs, and manage both short-term and long-term cases. Dive into advancing safeguarding inquiries, handling Court of Protection matters, and maintaining close collaboration with healthcare and multidisciplinary professionals.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with individuals, families, and caregivers.
Conduct Care Act 2014 assessments.
Evaluate needs and manage both short-term and long-term cases.
Advance safeguarding inquiries.
Handle Court of Protection matters.
Maintain close collaboration with healthcare and multidisciplinary professionals.
Qualifications
Must be registered with Social Work England.
Required Skills
Solid understanding of the Care Act 2014.
Positive approach to risks.
Passionate about making a difference.
Why us
26 days annual leave, rising to 31 days after 5 years.
Training & development
Car share scheme to reduce travel costs.
Occupational health & wellbeing services.
Hybrid working
Flexible working options including flexi-time and job shares.
Family-friendly policies including maternity and shared parental leave.
Discounts & cashback from major retailers and entertainment providers.
Membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme.
Rated Good by CQC
A strengths-based, person-led approach to practice.
Opportunities to lead on complex cases including safeguarding and Court of Protection work.
The council is committed to creating an environment of positive working relationships where everyone feels engaged, supported and able to thrive. Our Identity is a framework which sets out how we are all expected to lead, work and act to deliver our services. We will not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment of any kind. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect which is underpinned by our vision and Our Identity framework.
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