Empowering Social Worker: Worthing Community Team

West Sussex County Council; Goring-by-Sea; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in Goring-by-Sea is seeking a Senior Social Worker to manage complex cases and implement supportive plans. This permanent, full-time position offers collaboration within the Worthing Community Team, requiring a strong understanding of the Care Act 2014. The ideal candidate will be a qualified professional capable of empowering clients through assessed needs and local resources.

Qualifications

• Strong working knowledge of the Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act 2005.
• Experience in managing complex situations and competing risks.
• Ability to provide supervision and develop less experienced social care practitioners.

Responsibilities

• Manage a complex caseload and undertake strengths-based assessments.
• Collaborate with people and their families to implement support plans.
• Lead safeguarding enquiries and ensure compliance with relevant legislation.

Skills

Empathetic communication

Strengths-based assessments

Leadership skills

Risk enablement approach

Interpersonal skills

Data analysis and interpretation

Education

Degree in Social Work or equivalent

Job description

A local government organization in Goring-by-Sea is seeking a Senior Social Worker to manage complex cases and implement supportive plans. This permanent, full-time position offers collaboration within the Worthing Community Team, requiring a strong understanding of the Care Act 2014. The ideal candidate will be a qualified professional capable of empowering clients through assessed needs and local resources.