Overview
We have an opportunity for a full-time Social Worker in our Young Adults Team, for 37 hours a week. The Young Adults Team operates countywide from Scott House in Huntingdon, with remote working options and an office in Huntingdon.
About the team
Our Young Adults Team consists of Social Workers and Adult Support Co-ordinators who collaborate in a highly supportive environment. The team is led by four Senior Social Workers and the Team Manager. Team members support the professional development of newer members and benefit from carefully managed caseloads. There are opportunities for joint working with various departments and provider services, ensuring that no two days are ever the same. There is always something new to learn!
Role purpose and responsibilities
The Young Adults Team supports Adults aged 18-25 with a diagnosed learning disability who have an EHC Plan. You will work with other professional colleagues to promote personalisation, encouraging independence, choice, and opportunities for young people to develop their independence for adulthood. Occasional out-of-county travel may be required.
Key duties include:
* Complete Social Care Assessments, Social Care Reviews, and Care and Support Planning in line with the Care Act 2014.
* Undertake Section 42 enquiries with oversight from a Senior or Team Manager.
* Undertake Mental Capacity Assessments and be involved in Best Interest Decisions, including CoP DoL work.
* Work alongside Children's services with young people under 18 to prepare them and their families for adulthood, and collaborate with Adult Learning Disability services, health colleagues, and Education services.
* Manage safeguarding and complex casework in previous roles.
You will be line managed by a Senior Social Worker.
What we are looking for
We are a fun, friendly, and supportive team that works together to improve the lives of the young people we support. Knowledge and experience of working with people with a learning disability is desirable but not essential. A working knowledge of the Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act 2005 is important.
You must:
* Be a qualified Social Worker with a Social Work England registration
* Hold a driving licence and have the ability to work from a variety of locations and travel countywide independently
For the full list of requirements, please check the Job Description and Person Specification.
Benefits
* A comprehensive wellbeing package to cover all aspects of wellbeing, including access for your family
* 6 days of protected time each year for Continuous Professional Development
* A pay progression scheme to accelerate through the pay grade as you gain experience and skills
* Scalable retention payments up to £8,852 over 3 years (starting after your first full year) in specific teams
* Refer a Friend Scheme pays £350 if you refer a Social Worker who is subsequently employed
* Access to development opportunities, apprenticeships and qualified coaches
For more information and to see other benefits, please view the benefits brochure attached to this advert.
How to apply / contact
For more information about this role, contact Dan Newman, Team Manager, on 07585 992508 or daniel.newman@cambridgeshire.gov.uk. For an informal discussion about vacancies, contact Bethon at 01480 372 425 or welovesocialworkers@cambridgeshire.gov.uk.
Appointment to this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
We are proud to serve the diverse communities of Cambridgeshire and want our workforce to reflect this diversity. We are a Disability Confident Employer and support reasonable adjustments in our recruitment process and upon joining us. Visit our jobs and careers section to learn about our learning and development opportunities, wellbeing package, staff benefits, and our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. For more information, visit: https://www.cambridgeshire.gov.uk/council/jobs-and-careers
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