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Social Worker (16/1128)
Location: Annan
Salary: £41,238 - £44,223
This is a time of significant change for both the Social Work Service in Dumfries & Galloway and the wider health and social care sector. This role offers opportunities to contribute to service delivery and development.
You will be a key member of the Lower Annandale Home Team, collaborating with colleagues from Adult Social Work, Community Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Public Health Improvement, and Patient Flow.
Your main responsibility will be to assess community members' care and support needs and develop, review outcome-based plans. You will work with carers and families when appropriate and coordinate with the wider Health and Social Care Partnership and other agencies. Experience in health or social work settings, assessment, and care management is essential; knowledge of Self-Directed Support is advantageous.
Excellent communication, assessment, analytical, and coordination skills are required. You should be able to work independently, prioritize tasks, and understand key themes relevant to health and social services, including the impacts of aging, illness, and disability. You must practice according to legislation, particularly the Social Care (Self-Directed Support) (Scotland) Act 2013 and the Adult Support and Protection (Scotland) Act 2007. Commitment to evidence-based practice is essential, with support, supervision, and development opportunities provided.
Qualifications: Dip/SW/CQSW/CSS or equivalent, and registration with the Scottish Social Services Council are mandatory.
Driving License: A current driving license is essential. If a disability prevents holding a license, alternative arrangements will be considered.
This role involves Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and Protected Adults under the PVG Scheme, with mandatory checks prior to employment. Applicants with recent residence outside the UK will require a police record check from the relevant authorities.
Benefits include access to Dumfries and Galloway Council's Vivup platform with discounts, local business discounts, Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support from My Money Matters, and Wellbeing Champions.
We value diversity and are committed to equality. We encourage applications from underrepresented groups.
For more information, contact Elaine Hastings, Social Work Team Manager, at 030 33 33 3001 or Elaine.Hastings@dumgal.gov.uk.
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