Role Overview
Full‑time Social Worker in the Young People with Disabilities (YPWD) Team within Children and Families.
Responsibilities
* Manage a caseload of young people aged 16 to 25, providing assessments, advice and support.
* Conduct Transitions Pathway Assessments, Mental Capacity Assessments, community care assessments and develop care plans.
* Assist young people with the transition from Children Services to adult services, including navigation of Education, Health and Care Plans.
* Support independence, work experience and supported employment opportunities.
* Collaborate with Child and Family Support, Preparation for Adulthood Advisors, Occupational Therapy and the core YPWD team (0‑16 yr).
* Implement and review support packages/plans in line with legislation such as the Children Act 1989/2004, Children and Families Act 2014, Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act 2005.
Qualifications and Experience
* Diploma or degree in social work.
* Registered with Social Work England.
* Demonstrable capability to practice in line with professional standards, with strong emotional intelligence and analytical skills.
* Experience in Adults Social Care is desirable.
Additional Requirements
* Mobile across the county of Essex, travelling to service users’ homes.
* Possession of a driving licence, or alternative means that meet the mobility requirements of the role.
* Willingness to be registered with the DBS update service if required.
Benefits
* Flexible working arrangements.
* Support for unpaid carers.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essex County Council is a Disability Confident Leader and commits to interviewing disabled applicants, veterans and care leavers who meet the minimum requirements. Reasonable adjustments are available upon request.
Further information can be obtained by emailing resourcing.team@essex.gov.uk.
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