Care Manager - ABS48708

Aberdeenshire Council; Banff; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Aberdeenshire Council in Scotland is seeking a motivated social work professional to undertake assessments within budgetary criteria for older adults and physically disabled individuals, under the Social Work (Scotland) Act 1968.

The post is fixed-term until 31 May 2027. PVG scheme checks, professional registration (Social Work or related), driving licence, and two references are required. Informal enquiries to Laura Robertson; apply via the council HR email.

Qualifications

• Professional qualification in Social Work and registration with the relevant professional body.
• CQSW, Diploma in Social Work, or Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Registered Nurse with Community Experience.

Responsibilities

• Undertake assessments within budgetary criteria to meet the outcomes of older adults and those with a physical disability.
• Ensure compliance with PVG scheme requirements and safeguarding policies.
• Contribute to continuous service improvement and quality delivery for the organisation.

Education

Dip in Social Work

CQSW

Dip / Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Job Description

Undertake assessments within budgetary criteria, where individuals meet service eligibility, to meet the outcomes of older adults, and those with a physical disability including acquired brain injury, under the remit of the Social Work (Scotland) Act 1968 and subsequent legislation relevant to the function of care management.

There is a responsibility for the post holder to demonstrate a commitment to quality service delivery through continuous improvement for the benefit of the service and the organisation.

Fixed Term for a period not exceeding 31/05/2027.

Informal enquiries to Laura Robertson - 01467 468801

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Requirements

• This post is regulated work with Children and/or Protected Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. A confirmed offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.
• Candidates must hold a recognised qualification for the role, professional qualification in Social Work - CQSW, Dip in Social Work, Dip / Degree in Occupational Therapy or a Registered Nurse with Community Experience and be registered with relevant professional body.

A current valid driving licence is required.

This post has a minimum requirement of two references, one of these must be your current or most recent employer.