Assess the need for social work service including the identification of risk and the need for protection and determine the method of intervention.
Decide or advise on the use of appropriate Children’s Social Care Services and/or other resources.
Liaise and negotiate with other professionals, statutory and voluntary agencies to ensure that the best possible service is provided for children and their families.
Manage an allocated workload within individual and group priorities and Authority policies.
Comply with the statutory obligations of the Service.
Maintain appropriate records of work undertaken and carry out required administrative procedures.
Prepare for and attend supervision sessions and staff meetings and make use of all available training and developmental opportunities.
Contribute to the evaluation and development of services and new ideas by sharing knowledge about theory, skills and practice with other Children’s Social Care staff, professional groups and interested bodies.
Supervise, assess and contribute to the development of students and other staff.