Social Worker - Adult Access & Duty Team
Hackney Council (Hybrid)
Up to £32.00 per hour (Umbrella)
Locum Contract
Connect2SocialWork are currently recruiting for an experienced Adult Social Worker to join the Access & Duty Team at Hackney Council.
This is an excellent opportunity to work within a fast-paced front door service, where you will play a key role in ensuring timely responses to referrals and supporting residents to access the right services at the earliest opportunity.
Key Responsibilities
Undertake strengths-based Care Act assessments
Provide information, advice and signposting to residents and carers
Respond to referrals within a busy Access / Duty environment
Develop person-centred support plans focused on positive outcomes
Contribute to and undertake safeguarding enquiries
Assess and manage risk, including MCA and DoLS application
Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners
Maintain accurate and timely case recordsRequirements
Qualified Social Worker (Degree / DipSW / CQSW)
Registered with Social Work England
Experience within Adult Social Care, ideally in Access / Duty / Front Door services
Strong working knowledge of:
Care Act 2014
Mental Capacity Act
Safeguarding frameworks
Ability to manage a fast-paced caseload and work under pressure
Experience working with complex needs and diverse communities (desirable)Key Skills
Strong assessment and analytical ability
Excellent communication and partnership working
Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines
High standard of record keeping and report writingWhy Work with Connect2Socialwork?
Competitive pay rates
Dedicated consultant with extensive sector knowledge
Access to opportunities with forward-thinking local authorities
Ongoing support throughout your assignmentApply today with Connect2Socialwork.
To apply for this role or to discuss the opportunity in confidence, please contact Lisa Hallinan at Connect2socialwork
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Connect2Socialwork is a trading style of Commercial Services Trading LTD - A company wholly owned by Kent County Council. Connect2Socialwork is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates