Social Worker – Havering Community Learning Disability Team
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Job Summary
Social Worker Salarypa Adult Services (G7/G8) within the Community Learning Disability Team.
Are you passionate about empowering adults with learning disabilities improving lives and delivering highquality social care Join our Community Learning Disability Team and make a real difference to people and carers across our community. The team is an integrated health and social care team where the focus is on personalised strengths based wrap around MDT approach.
ABOUT THE ROLE
As a Social Worker within Haverings Adult Services you will play a vital role in supporting adults and carers to live independently safely and with dignity. You will manage a varied caseload undertake highquality holistic assessments and work collaboratively with health partners community networks and other agencies to achieve the best possible outcomes.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage a caseload appropriate to your level of experience including complex cases for experienced social workers.
- Complete strengthsbased personcentred assessments and reviews under relevant legislation.
- Carry out safeguarding enquiries ensuring vulnerable adults are protected.
- Support timely and safe hospital discharges using agreed pathways.
- Develop personalised support plans using community and personal resources.
- Work with health partners to prevent hospital admissions and promote independence.
- Maintain highquality case recording and data standards.
- Contribute to continuous professional development and service improvement.
- Mentor or supervise students or non-qualified staff (for experienced Social Workers).
ABOUT YOU
- You will be proactive compassionate and committed to delivering excellent adult social care.
- Essential qualifications and experience:
- Recognised Social Work qualification and SWE registration.
- Experience completing assessments and reviews.
- Experience in community settings and safeguarding.
- Ability to complete Mental Capacity Act assessments.
- Experience in multi-disciplinary working.
BENEFITS
- Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
- Generous annual leave allowance
- Hybrid and flexible working options
- Leadership development and CPD opportunities
- Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
- Staff discounts cycle-to-work scheme and lifestyle benefits
Why join Havering
At Havering youll be part of a forwardthinking communityfocused organisation that genuinely invests in its people. Were one of Londons most diverse and fastestgrowing boroughs offering the unique blend of a supportive local feel with the ambition and opportunities of a major London authority.
Were committed to creating a workplace where colleagues can thrive. That means flexible and hybrid working options professional development pathways and a culture that values collaboration wellbeing and innovation. Youll join a team that cares about making a real difference to residents lives delivering highquality services and shaping the future of our borough.
Whether youre looking to grow your career take on new challenges or contribute to meaningful change Havering is a place where your ideas are heard your work is valued and you can have a tangible positive impact every day.
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For an informal discussion about the post please contact
The closing date for the receipt of applications is 31/03/26however interest in this job may be high and we therefore reserve the right to close the vacancy early.
You will be notified if your application has been date to be confirmed.
Additional Information
We want everyone to choose Havering. When you apply for a job with us your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age disability ethnicity faith gender identity or sexual orientation. Our residents and service users come from all walks of life and so do our employees. Find out what it means to Choose Havering.
The London Borough of Havering has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
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Key Skills
- Motivational Interviewing
- Acute Care
- Crisis Intervention
- Behavioral Health
- Intake Experience
- Hospice Care
- Case Management
- Home Care
- Child Welfare
- Experience with Children
- Social Work
- Addiction Counseling
About Company
With its excellent transport links into central London, extensive town centre regeneration and the highest concentration of green space anywhere in London, Havering has a unique offer as a place to live, work and visit. By making the most of its position and opportunities, Havering is ... View more
