Impactful Social Worker - Children, Young People & Adults

5 Star Recruitment; Tonypandy; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

5 Star Recruitment in Wales is recruiting Social Workers to deliver high-quality practice in assessment, interventions, care planning and review for children, young people and adults. You will work in partnership with statutory and voluntary organisations and contribute to excellent case management and review.

You will complete records and reports to standards, involve families and ensure best interests are considered, supported by a strong learning culture and professional development

Qualifications

• Masters or Degree in Social Work or recognised predecessor equivalent such as DipSW, CQSW.
• Knowledge of current legislation underpinning Children & Families services.
• Post-qualifying awards (CPEL credits) to demonstrate competence.
• Understanding of the Law relating to Children and Families.
• Understanding of child and adolescent development.
• Knowledge and understanding of the Mental Capacity Act and Mental Health Act (Wales) 2010.
• Knowledge of UN principles for older and disabled people.
• Welsh Language Level 1 required; basic Welsh induction to reach this level.

Responsibilities

• Participate in effective partnership working with a range of organisations, statutory and voluntary.
• Work in co-production with children, young people, adults, carers and significant others in assessments and planning.
• Complete written records, reports and assessments to a high standard.
• Ensure the views of Children and Young People are listened to in processes.
• Approach and undertake mental capacity assessments where required; ensure best interests are considered.
• Maintain high professional standards and uphold the Social Care Wales Code of Professional Practice.

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

DipSW / CQSW

Job description

5 Star Recruitment in Wales is recruiting Social Workers to deliver high-quality practice in assessment, interventions, care planning and review for children, young people and adults. You will work in partnership with statutory and voluntary organisations and contribute to excellent case management and review.

You will complete records and reports to standards, involve families and ensure best interests are considered, supported by a strong learning culture and professional development