Adult Social Worker Discharge Team #RQ1510711

Semester.co.uk; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits in the Adult Social Care Learning Disability Team, where you will support adults and young people with learning disabilities. This role involves conducting Care Act Assessments and working collaboratively with colleagues from various sectors. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in social work and have a passion for supporting service users. If you are an enthusiastic professional eager to make a difference, this long-term temporary position is perfect for you. Join a dedicated team committed to providing excellent care and support to those in need.

Benefits

Free ongoing training opportunities

Competitive pay rates

In-house payroll with weekly payments

Enhanced DBS completed

Support from a dedicated team

Assigned experienced consultant

Various opportunities in preferred area

Qualifications

• Experience working with adults with learning disabilities and their families.
• Competent knowledge of the implementation of the Care Act 2014.

Responsibilities

• Complete Care Act Assessments and Care Act reviews.
• Support adults and young people with learning disabilities.

Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Care Act 2014 Knowledge

Safeguarding

Risk Management

Education

Degree in Social Work

Social Work England Registration

Job description

Please be aware this is a Long Term Temporary post to start ASAP.

1×37 Learning Disability Social Worker

An exciting opportunity has arisen to work within the Adult Social Care Learning Disability Team. The team works with adults and young people living in Blackpool and provides direct support as well as commissioning specialist support from providers.

Working Monday to Thursday 9am – 5pm & Fridays 9am – 4.30pm. Based at Blackpool Council Bickerstaffe Offices.

This role involves working with and supporting adults and young people with learning disabilities, completing Care Act Assessments and Care Act reviews. The role will be line managed by the Learning Disability Team Manager.

The team comprises Adult Social Care staff from Blackpool Council and NHS Health staff from Blackpool Teaching Hospitals.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed social worker with excellent communication and organizational skills, competent knowledge of the implementation of the Care Act 2014, and experience in safeguarding, managing risk, and care management.

Ideal candidates will have experience working with adults with learning disabilities and their families, a passion for learning disabilities, supporting service users and staff teams, and collaborating with colleagues and partners. To succeed, you should be an effective team player, an excellent communicator, and eager to contribute your energy, enthusiasm, and experience to the team and the people we support.

Essential criteria:

• Degree in Social Work
• SWE Registration
• Right to work within the UK

Please note: This is a Long Term Temporary post to start ASAP.

Must have:

• A professional qualification in social work
• Social Work England registration
• Enhanced DBS/Update service
• References for the last 5 years of employment

Benefits of working with Semester.co.uk:

• Free ongoing training opportunities upon registering as part of our commitment to you
• Competitive pay rates
• In-house payroll with weekly payments and support
• Enhanced DBS completed
• Support and advice from a dedicated, friendly team
• An assigned experienced consultant
• Various opportunities in your preferred geographical area

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