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Job Overview
Band 5 – level 1 social worker – Stafford Older people and physical disability team – Full time position
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full-time level 1 social worker in the Stafford adult social care team. The post is working within a well-established and dynamic team. The level 1 social worker post is ideal for a newly qualified social worker and the successful candidate will be supported to complete their ASYE, whilst working on a protected caseload.
The position is within the older persons with physical disability team, a community-based team working with adults over 18 years of age with a range of physical and mental health needs. This is a dynamic post that requires the post holder to work closely with multi-disciplinary teams/agencies in addressing a range of care/support issues to promote independence and improve health and wellbeing of the population served.
You will have responsibility for your own caseload and will work on a range of cases involving assessment, support planning, Mental Capacity Act assessments, appointeeships and deputyship referrals, Section 117 reviews and safeguarding enquiries as well as complex case management. There is opportunity to manage your own workload and diary, and you will be offered the opportunity to work in a hybrid way, based between the office base in Stafford and home working.
The post holder must hold a driver’s licence and have access to a vehicle.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be expected to access Social care and health records to gather information; therefore it is important to be able to use a computer and have an understanding of the importance of good recording. You will require effective communication and written skills and be willing to work as part of a team to promote best outcomes for individuals. You will be required to be self-motivated and organised to manage any competing demands and be provided with all relevant training and support in the role.
Midlands Partnership Foundation Trust is dedicated to ongoing Social Care development. You will have access to the Social Work Learning Academy to promote professional development. You will also receive the support of your team and line manager who will provide regular supervision, both formal and informal.
Working for our organisation
By joining Team MPFT, you will be helping your communities and will be supported with:
* Career development and progression
* Excellent NHS Pension scheme
* Generous maternity, paternity and adoption leave
* Flexible working options
* Up to 33 days annual leave (pro rata for part time)
* Extensive health and wellbeing support
* If working in community teams, we compensate travel time between patients
* Lease car if you complete more than 500 business miles per annum (inclusive of maintenance and insurance)
* Salary sacrifice car or bikes options
* Free car parking at trust sites
* Free flu vaccinations
* Citizens Advice support linked with a hardship fund for one-off additional support up to £250 (if criteria met)
We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive organisation with staff networks available.
Qualifications & Training
* Professional Social Work qualification (DipSW, CQSW, CSS, BA, MA or equivalent)
* Current registration with the Professional Social Work regulatory body
* Commitment to personal and professional development and ASYE
* Good keyboard/IT skills (word processing, spreadsheets, email, PowerPoint)
* Understanding of equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practice
Experience
* Essential: Experience of working with Adults and older Adults with mental health needs and their carers
* Desirable: Experience of social work in other user groups/settings (e.g., Children and Families, Learning Disability, Mental Health)
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Other
Industries
* Hospitals and Health Care
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