Social Worker (ASYE) – Assessment & Intake Team
Location: Southwark, London
Position Type: Locum, Ongoing Contract
Hourly Rate: £32 per hour
Working Pattern: Hybrid (2 days office-based, 3 days remote)
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified Social Worker – ASYE to join the Assessment & Intake Team in Southwark. This dynamic, community-focused position provides the chance to work with diverse cases, applying a strength-based approach to support individuals and families. With a flexible hybrid model, you will enjoy both home-based working and valuable in-person collaboration.
Key Responsibilities
Manage a varied caseload, ensuring thorough assessments and interventions under the Care Act.
Conduct unscheduled reviews of care plans and carers’ assessments, presenting recommendations to the funding panel.
Deliver strength-based interventions to enhance independence, making effective use of community resources.
Complete Mental Capacity Assessments and make Best Interest Decisions where appropriate.
Provide short-term intensive assessments to establish individuals’ levels of independence.
Coordinate care home placements and stabilise complex cases before transfer to long-term care teams.
Undertake the initial concern stage of Adults Safeguarding enquiries.
Collaborate with partner organisations, including the NHS, ICB, and housing services, to deliver holistic care solutions.
Requirements
Minimum of two years’ post-ASYE experience.
Demonstrated experience managing complex caseloads within Older Persons and Physical Disability (OPPD) services.
Proficiency in case management systems (e.g. Mosaic, Liquid Logic).
Strong experience in safeguarding investigations.
About the Team
The Assessment & Intake Team provides a vital initial assessment function for Southwark’s Older Persons and Physical Disability Service. This fast-paced, short-term service works closely with Occupational Therapists to ensure effective care planning and timely interventions.
Hybrid Working: 3 days home-based, 2 days in-office.
Competitive Pay: £32 per hour.
Professional Development: Access to ongoing training and learning opportunities.
Convenient Location: Based near Queens Road Station with excellent transport links.
Supportive Environment: A collaborative, innovative team culture.
Why Southwark?
Southwark offers a unique blend of rich history, cultural vibrancy, and green spaces. With excellent transport connections, a diverse food and shopping scene, and thriving community events, it is a great place to live and work.
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