Position Title: Social Worker - Adults Assessment Team
Department: Adult Services
Location: Lincolnshire
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary Range: £35ph
Are you a skilled and compassionate social worker dedicated to improving the lives of adults in need? Do you have the expertise to conduct thorough assessments and develop effective care plans? Join our Adults Assessment Team as a Social Worker and play a crucial role in supporting adults to achieve their highest quality of life.
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This role requires you to work with adults undertaking strength based assessments. You must have good understanding of Community care Act and Mental Capacity Act as well as other social care legislation. You must be able to work in a person centred way and aim to help people to maintain their independence as well as recognising safeguarding.
Key Responsibilities:
Comprehensive Assessments:
- Conduct detailed assessments of adults referred to the service to identify their needs, strengths, and risks.
- Gather and analyse information from various sources, including interviews, home visits, and reports from other professionals.
- Evaluate the social, psychological, and environmental factors affecting the individual.
Care Planning:
- Develop, implement, and review individualised care plans in collaboration with adults and their families or carers.
- Ensure that care plans are tailored to meet the specific needs of each individual, promoting their independence and well-being.
- Regularly monitor and adjust care plans to reflect changes in circumstances or needs.
Intervention and Support:
- Provide direct support and intervention to adults in need, ensuring their safety and well-being.
- Assist individuals in accessing appropriate services and community resources.
- Offer guidance and advocacy to help individuals navigate social and healthcare systems.
Collaboration:
- Work closely with other professionals, including healthcare providers, housing services, and community organisations, to coordinate comprehensive care.
- Participate in multi-disciplinary meetings, case conferences, and planning sessions to ensure a holistic approach to support.
- Foster strong working relationships with all stakeholders to enhance service delivery.
Documentation and Reporting:
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of assessments, care plans, and interventions.
- Prepare detailed reports for case reviews, care planning meetings, and other relevant processes.
- Ensure compliance with all legal, regulatory, and organisational requirements.
Advocacy:
- Advocate for the rights and needs of adults within the care system and in other settings such as healthcare and housing.
- Ensure that the voices of individuals are heard and considered in all decision-making processes.
Continuous Improvement:
- Stay updated on best practices, legislation, and policies related to adult social care.
- Participate in training and professional development opportunities.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of assessment services within the organisation.
Minimum Requirements:
-SWE Registration
-2 year post qualifying experience within UK
-Eligibility to work in the UK
Benefits of working with Randstad:
-£300 referral scheme
-Dedicated consultant
-Access to a variety of Social Care jobs Nationwide
-DBS and Compliance Service
-Quick and Easy Registration Process
-Access to CPD
To discuss this role or similar vacancies available please contact Zoe Todd via:
t: 0330 024 8775
Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.
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