Case Worker (Older Adults)

Hampshire County Council; Winchester; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth through apprenticeship

Professional development

Work-life balance

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Hampshire County Council is recruiting a Case Worker to support older adults in the community. You will complete assessments and reviews, and work with clients to maximise independence and wellbeing. Training and supervision will be provided by experienced social workers and health professionals.

There is a clear path for career growth through our social work apprenticeship scheme, with ongoing professional development and a strong emphasis on work-life balance and staff wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Ability to work with people in difficult circumstances in a compassionate and collaborative way.
• Good organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Sound IT and record-keeping skills.

Responsibilities

• Completing assessments and reviews of individuals in the community.
• Providing support and guidance to maximise wellbeing and independence.
• Collaborating with individuals, families, providers and healthcare professionals to signpost to community resources.

Skills

Compassionate approach

Organisational & prioritisation

Written & verbal communication

Job description

Joining our Older Adults Team as a Case Worker is an excellent introduction into Social Work. You’ll be an integral part of our team providing individuals aged 65 and over with support and guidance to maximise their independence and wellbeing.

It’s not essential that you have previous experience in social work. What’s important is that you can work compassionately with individuals as we’ll provide you with support and training from experienced colleagues, qualified social workers and health care professionals.

What you’ll be doing:

• Completing assessments and reviews of individuals in the community.
• Providing support and guidance to individuals to maximise their wellbeing and independence.
• With support and training, you’ll collaborate with individuals, their families, providers, and other healthcare professionals to find and signpost to innovative, alternative community resources to meet individuals’ needs.

We’re looking for someone with:

• The ability to work with people in difficult circumstances in a compassionate and collaborative way.
• Effective organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Sound IT and record-keeping skills.

Why join us?

• Career growth: Our experienced Case Workers can be considered for our social work apprenticeship scheme, leading to a career as a Qualified Social Worker.
• Professional development: Continuous learning, mentoring and supportive supervision.
• Work-life balance: Enjoy a fulfilling career with a good balance between work and home life.
• Employee support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.

Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date. Please note:We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying.

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