Social Worker Adults

Description

SW locums require a qualified Social worker with Social Work England registration to work within the Adults & Communities team in Lincolnshire.

You must be able to display previous history of working with adults undertaking strength based assessments.

You must have a good understanding of Community care Act and Mental Capacity Act as well as other social care legislation.

Must be able to work in a person centred way and aim to help people to maintain their independence as well as recognising safeguarding.

The postholder will work on own with the most vulnerable service users in the Borough and will be expected to work in partnership with Health Trusts, GPs, consultants, nursing staff and other related professionals to ensure a seamless, quality service.

Duties:

Listen to the people of Lincolnshire, supporting them to connect to community resources, including promoting digital inclusion; recognising the opportunities and risk of new technologies, digital resources, online communications, virtual environments and social media in social work. Prioritise supporting people in crisis to regain control of their lives, working together to achieve effective plans to reduce risk and ensure people are more stable. In line with the Care Act, undertake complex social care interventions including assessments, to determine eligibility, and support plans, to ensure individuals are enabled to lead the lives they choose. To coordinate and manage section 42 enquiries and complex, high risk situations, utilising professional judgement throughout. To promote social change and development, social cohesion and the empowerment and liberation of people. To develop and maintain an in depth knowledge of local resources, working collaboratively with teams and services both within and outside of Lincolnshire County Council. To be an active participant of your team, supporting the development of others and committed to own professional. To take responsibility for obtaining regular, effective supervision from a professional supervisor/manager and appraisal to discuss effective practice, reflection, continuing professional development and career opportunities. To take ownership of and responsibility for delivering against team and individual performance targets. Maintaining an awareness of own professional limitations and knowledge gaps and seeking to address these. To contribute to the development of the service by communicating new ideas, through means such as briefings, completion of council surveys, and team meetings. SW Locums are a personable agency where you will benefit from working with a progressive and capable company. Established for over 15 years and with well over 50 years combined social work experience.

you will also receive:

Payment weekly, faster than anyone else. Most generous rates of pay. Access to our knowledge base from our vastly experienced consultants, who will offer you confident and accurate advice. No waffle straight talking, conscientious and informed advice, giving peace of mind. Support network available 24/7. Access to exclusive vacancies nationwide. Free DBS and compliance service. Access to on–going training opportunities. Industry leading Refer a Friend and Find your own job bonus scheme offering up to GBP500 for successfully placed referrals. Terms and conditions apply to our bonus scheme.

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