We are working closely alongside a Local Authority in Liverpool to assist with the appointment of an Experienced Adult Social Worker on a 1month contract likely to be extended at clients discretion. Please apply with your CV for immediate consideration.
Rate of Pay: 33.50 44.58 per Hour
Responsibilities:
- Hold and effectively manage a complex and varied caseload with appropriate supervision guidance and support reflecting the function of the team and Adult Social Care in accordance with policy procedures guidance and legislation.
- Undertake work within legislative frameworks including the preparation of written reports statements and representations to the judiciary at Court hearings and applications to the Court of Protection.
- Accountable for complex decision making and risk management in relation to caseloads ensuring professional judgement evidencebased tools critical reflection and analysis to inform this.
- Communicate skilfully and confidently in complex or highrisk situations.
- Attend and represent the department at a range of multidisciplinary forums and undertaking the role of Chair as required.
Qualifications and Training:
- Dip SW BA or MA Social Work or equivalent / or due to receive qualification within next 5 months following application.
- Social Work England registered or due to receive registration within the next 5 months following application.
Experience Required:
- Applied knowledge of Community Care Legislation and subsequent guidance including Care Act 2014 Mental Capacity Act 2005 Mental Health Act 1983.
- Experience of completing assessments and support plans and generating these through information technology.
Please note:
- You should be available to work immediately or at a short notice.
- You should have right to work in U.K
- This role requires an Enhanced DBS
Disclaimer: Brackenberry Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. We are committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Unless otherwise stated all of our roles are temporary though assignments can be and often are extended by clients on a longer term basis and can sometimes become permanent.
Important: We will interpret your application as being permission to submit your CV to this role (with the right to represent you) unless you advise us to the contrary. Your DBS must be either through us or be accompanied by a subscription to the DBS updating service.
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