Community Adults' Social Worker - Empower Independence

Caritas Recruitment; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Caritas Recruitment Limited is seeking an experienced Adults’ Social Worker to join a busy Community Team in Lincoln, supporting people to live safely, independently and with dignity in their homes and communities. You will conduct strengths-based assessments, safeguarding enquiries and reviews, develop outcome-focused care plans, and coordinate services with families, carers and health partners.

Role requires professional decision-making regarding risk, capacity and consent, clear

Qualifications

• Recognised Social Work qualification and registration with Social Work England.
• Recent experience in adult social care, community-based practice or related statutory setting.
• Up-to-date understanding of safeguarding, mental capacity and best-interest decision-making.
• A valid driving licence and access to transport may be necessary.

Responsibilities

• Conduct strengths-based assessments and reviews.
• Undertake safeguarding enquiries and assess eligibility for services.
• Develop outcome-focused support plans and arrange appropriate services.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to multidisciplinary discussions.
• Make sound professional decisions regarding risk, capacity and consent.
• Advocate for people’s views and promote choice, control and independence.

Skills

Communication

Advocacy

Safeguarding

Decision making

Caseload management

Education

Qualified Social Worker

Job description

Caritas Recruitment Limited is seeking an experienced Adults’ Social Worker to join a busy Community Team in Lincoln, supporting people to live safely, independently and with dignity in their homes and communities. You will conduct strengths-based assessments, safeguarding enquiries and reviews, develop outcome-focused care plans, and coordinate services with families, carers and health partners.

Role requires professional decision-making regarding risk, capacity and consent, clear