We are looking to recruit Social Care Workers to join our Intermediate Care Team based at Maudes Meadow in Kendal. The service supports residential short-term intervention which provides Intermediate Care and Discharge to Assess (D2A) beds. Its purpose is to support recovery and maximise independence for individuals, identifying assistance required, through the creation of strength-based support plans. The service will also provide a period of assessment & recovery for people who have been discharged from hospital and will work with the wider health and social care teams so that individuals’ long term care needs can be identified and met. About the role As a Social Care Worker, you will undertake strength-based care and support assessments, with individuals and their carers, which will identify tasks and assistance required to enable activities of therapy and reablement, supporting recovery and independence. You will prioritise and manage assessments and person centred care plans to ensure activities are delivered to an agreed timescale, making recommendations regarding appropriate interventions, evidencing this clearly, and will seek advice and guidance as required. You will be expected to work in ways that promote independence and enable individuals to maximise their strengths. This a great opportunity to expand your knowledge and build on your existing skills to develop your career in Adult Social Care. Due to the nature of this role there will be a need to respond to service users who will not always be accessible via public transport; therefore there is a requirement to travel independently via a motorised vehicle Who we are looking for… The ideal candidate will be proactive, have excellent communication skills, a flexible approach and will be able to prioritise their workload. The ability to work independently as well as part of a team is essential, and confidence is required to challenge and advocate on behalf of the rights of individuals. What can we offer you! Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and other various perks and discounts schemes. For more information about life at Westmorland and Furness Council and what we can offer you, please visit our Careers site. Our benefits | Careers (westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk) Would you like to find out more? For further information about this role, such as responsibilities and essential criteria please view the below attachments: Post Specification Role Profile To apply please click the Apply Now link below.