Senior Social Worker Central Community Central Chorley Lancashire
Senior Social Worker Central Community Central Chorley Lancashire
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Salaryper annum 37 hours per week permanent full time Older Adults and Physical Disabilities Team Chorley Lancashire
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About Us: Lancashire County Council is committed to making Lancashire a place where everyone matters. We aim to provide equal and quality life chances for all ensuring safety health and prosperity in our communities.
Job Purpose: We are seeking a dedicated Senior Social Worker to join our Safeguarding Adults Service. The successful candidate will contribute to the leadership and development of the team providing a professional social work service including statutory social care responsibilities. You will lead coordinate and oversee multiagency Section 42 safeguarding enquiries for adults with care and support needs ensuring a collaborative and personcentred approach.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver a professional social work service addressing complex needs and promoting independence.
- Lead and coordinate Section 42 safeguarding adult enquiries.
- Develop and review adult safeguarding plans.
- Act as a primary contact for safeguarding support and advice.
- Work closely with partner agencies to support positive outcomes and prevent further harm.
- Prepare safeguarding reports for case conferences and other forums.
- Maintain accurate records using Social Care electronic systems.
- Undertake continuous professional development and contribute to policy and service development.
Person Specification: Qualifications:
- Social Work CSS CQSW DipSW or equivalent (Essential)
- Current Social Work England registration (Essential)
Experience:
- Accepting referrals and undertaking Section 42 safeguarding enquiries (Desirable)
- Clear effective decisionmaking and assessment of information (Essential)
- Developing Adult Protection Plans with an outcome focus (Desirable)
- Managing a caseload and determining priorities (Essential)
- Working collaboratively with other agencies (Essential)
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of relevant legislation relating to safeguarding and social work practice (Essential)
- Ability to manage a varied caseload and work independently (Essential)
- Effective written and oral communication skills (Essential)
- Commitment to continuous professional development (Essential)
- Ability to value diversity and work across cultures (Essential)
Other Requirements:
- Commitment to equality and diversity
- Commitment to health and safety
- Ability to work flexibly across geographical areas within Lancashire
Why Join Us At Lancashire County Council we believe in putting people first promoting independence opportunity protection and inclusion. We offer a supportive working environment where ideas flourish and participation is encouraged. Join us in making a positive difference to the lives of vulnerable adults in Lancashire.
You must be registered (SWE) to be appointed as a Social Worker or have applied to register with the Social Care Council. For Social Worker/Care Manager positions where non social worker qualifications are accepted registration is not required and you will be appointed as a Care Manager.
You will be required to provide a car for use in connection with the duties of this post and must be insured for business use. However we may consider you if you cannot drive because of a disability.
The post you are applying for is covered by theRehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013. If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a disclosure. Further information can be found on the Our Recruitment Process tab.
In return Lancashire County Council offers a range of benefits which can be found on LCC Vacancies website.
We reserve the right to close down a vacancy early before the closing date if we receive sufficient applications.
job description and person specification
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
