Job DescriptionAdvert Social Worker (16/948)
This is a time of significant change for both the Social Work Service in Dumfries & Galloway, and the wider health and social care sector in general. This post offers real opportunities to contribute to service delivery and development.
You will be an integral member of the Dumfries North Home Team, where you will work in partnership with colleagues from Adult Social Work, Community Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Public Health Improvement and Patient Flow.
Your primary responsibility will be to work with people in the community to assess their need for care and support and to help formulate and review outcome-based plans. You will also link closely with colleagues in the wider Health and Social Care Partnership and other agencies. Experience of working in a health or social work setting is essential and experience of assessment and care management is desirable. You will have knowledge of the major themes which are relevant to health and social work services, and an awareness of the functional impact of old age, ill health and disability. You will be expected to practice in accordance with legislation, in particular the Social Care (Self Directed Support) (Scotland) Act 2013 and the Adult Support and Protection (Scotland) Act 2007. A Dip/SW/CQSW/CSS qualification or equivalent is essential, as is registration with the Scottish Social Services Council.
This post is considered as Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. A current driving licence is an essential requirement of this post. However, if you have a disability which precludes you from holding a driving licence, consideration will be given if alternative transport can be arranged.
With an exciting benefits package, working for Dumfries and Galloway Council supports you to invest in your own health and wellbeing. Employees have access to our bespoke Vivup platform with over 800 discounts on everyday essentials from top UK retailers, restaurants, utility providers and more. Employees also get access to membership of The Local Government Pension Scheme (Scotland) exclusive discounts from local businesses, a Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support from My Money Matters, and guidance from our trained Wellbeing Champions.
Here at Dumfries and Galloway Council we are committed to equality, diversity and equal opportunity with our values, which include treating everyone with dignity, fairness and respect, driving us to tackle inequality. For further information please contact Margaret Biggar, Senior Social Worker on or