Social Worker Assesments

Cambridge - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 10 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

2 - 3 Month Contract With A Local Authority

Job Summary

The Social Worker Assessments is responsible for conducting comprehensive psychosocial assessments to evaluate clients needs risks strengths and eligibility for services. The role involves gathering information analyzing findings preparing detailed reports and recommending appropriate interventions and referrals to support client wellbeing and safety.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct initial and ongoing psychosocial assessments.
Evaluate risk factors including safeguarding mental health domestic violence substance abuse and child/adult protection concerns.
Assess client strengths family dynamics support systems and environmental factors.
Determine eligibility for services and benefits.

Prepare detailed assessment reports case summaries and recommendations.
Maintain accurate and confidential client records in compliance with organizational policies and legal standards.
Develop care or intervention plans based on assessment outcomes.

Work closely with multidisciplinary teams (counselors healthcare providers educators legal services).
Refer clients to internal or external support services as needed.
Participate in case conferences and review meetings.

Provide crisis intervention when required.
Advocate for client access to appropriate resources and services.
Educate clients and families about available support systems.

Ensure adherence to child protection and safeguarding policies.
Report suspected abuse or neglect according to legal requirements.
Stay updated with relevant legislation and professional standards.

Requirements

Bachelors Degree in Social Work (BSW) required.
Masters Degree in Social Work (MSW) preferred.

Valid Social Work license/registration as required by local regulations.

25 years of experience in case management or assessment roles preferred.
Experience working with vulnerable populations (children elderly refugees individuals with disabilities etc.)

Additional Information

Bi-Weekly Payments
37 Working Hours Per Week
Enhanced DBS is Required

2 - 3 Month Contract With A Local AuthorityJob SummaryThe Social Worker Assessments is responsible for conducting comprehensive psychosocial assessments to evaluate clients needs risks strengths and eligibility for services. The role involves gathering information analyzing findings preparing detai...

2 - 3 Month Contract With A Local Authority

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities

Conduct initial and ongoing psychosocial assessments.
Evaluate risk factors including safeguarding mental health domestic violence substance abuse and child/adult protection concerns.
Assess client strengths family dynamics support systems and environmental factors.
Determine eligibility for services and benefits.

Prepare detailed assessment reports case summaries and recommendations.
Maintain accurate and confidential client records in compliance with organizational policies and legal standards.
Develop care or intervention plans based on assessment outcomes.

Work closely with multidisciplinary teams (counselors healthcare providers educators legal services).
Refer clients to internal or external support services as needed.
Participate in case conferences and review meetings.

Provide crisis intervention when required.
Advocate for client access to appropriate resources and services.
Educate clients and families about available support systems.

Ensure adherence to child protection and safeguarding policies.
Report suspected abuse or neglect according to legal requirements.
Stay updated with relevant legislation and professional standards.

Requirements

Bachelors Degree in Social Work (BSW) required.
Masters Degree in Social Work (MSW) preferred.

Valid Social Work license/registration as required by local regulations.

25 years of experience in case management or assessment roles preferred.
Experience working with vulnerable populations (children elderly refugees individuals with disabilities etc.)

Additional Information