MASH Social Worker

Liquid Personnel; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A social work recruiting agency is looking for an Adults MASH Social Worker based in Wolverhampton. This role involves risk assessment, safeguarding enquiries, and collaboration with various agencies. The ideal candidate will have a relevant social work qualification, experience with vulnerable adults, and strong communication skills. This position offers a pay rate of £28.40 per hour.

Benefits

Free DBS and compliance service

Twice weekly payroll

'Faster Pay' service

Exclusive social work training access

Dedicated consultant support

Refer a Friend bonus

Find your own job bonus

Qualifications

• Must be registered with Social Work England.
• Substantial experience with vulnerable adults.
• Strong understanding of the Care Act 2014 and associated safeguarding procedures.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with health, police, housing and other agencies.
• Conduct or coordinate Section 42 enquiries for at-risk adults.
• Engage with adults and families to ensure their voices are heard.

Skills

Assessment and analysis

Communication skills

Collaboration in multi-disciplinary teams

Education

MA, BA, BSc in Social Work, Diploma in Social Work, or CQSW

Tools

Mosaic

Job description

Job Title: Adults MASH Social WorkerLocation: Wolverhampton
Pay Rate: £28.40 per hour

Job Description:

Liquid Personnel is recruiting an Adults MASH Social Worker for its client based in Wolverhampton.

As an Adults MASH (Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub) Social Worker, you will be part of a triage and duty team responsible for responding to safeguarding concerns raised about adults. The focus is on swift, collaborative risk assessment and timely, proportionate interventions in line with the Care Act 2014.

What will your responsibilities be?

Information Gathering & Sharing
Liaise with professionals from health, police, housing, and other agencies.
Securely collect and share relevant information to inform safeguarding decisions.

Risk Assessment
Assess the level of risk to the adult based on available information.
Determine if concerns meet the threshold for a Section 42 enquiry under the Care Act 2014.

Decision Making
Participate in multi-agency discussions to agree on the most appropriate action.
Recommend interventions such as signposting, support services, or formal safeguarding enquiries.

Safeguarding Enquiries
Conduct or coordinate Section 42 enquiries where an adult is at risk of abuse or neglect.
Uphold the six key principles of safeguarding: Empowerment, Prevention, Proportionality, Protection, Partnership, and Accountability.

Communication
Engage with adults at risk, their families, or advocates to ensure their voice is heard.
Clearly explain decisions, outcomes, and next steps.

Record Keeping & Reporting
Maintain accurate records using systems such as Mosaic.
Prepare reports for case conferences, legal proceedings, and internal audits or reviews.

Qualifications & Experience:

To be successful in this role you must have,

Professional Qualification: MA, BA, BSc in Social Work, Diploma in Social Work, or CQSW.

Registration: Must be registered with Social Work England (not Social Care Wales - which applies only in Wales).

Experience: Substantial experience working with vulnerable adults, including those with complex needs.

Legislation Knowledge: Strong understanding of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and associated safeguarding procedures.

Skills: Excellent assessment, analysis, and communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team.

Driving Licence: A full UK driving licence and access to a car is often required for community visits.

Why Liquid Personnel?

Free DBS and compliance serviceTwice weekly payroll and 'Faster Pay' service, getting you paid more quicklyAccess to exclusive roles that aren't available from other agenciesFree access to Liquid's exclusive social work training and CPD portalYour own dedicated consultant with extensive social work knowledgeAccess to a wide selection of social work positions across the UK"Refer a Friend" bonus - get £500 for each social worker you refer who we successfully place*"Find your own job" bonus - get £250 for bringing your own position to us *

Liquid Personnel is an equal opportunities employer. Liquid Personnel Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. * Terms and conditions apply to our bonus schemes.

Reasonable Adjustments:

If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity by contacting our team. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement.

We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.

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