Senior Case Worker (Older Adults)

Hampshire County Council; Tudhoe; Presencial; GBP 32.000 - 44.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health Assured Employee Assistance

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave

Occupational sick pay

Descripción de la vacante

Hampshire County Council seeks a dedicated social care professional to complete assessments and reviews of individuals in the community, helping them maximise wellbeing and independence. You will work with individuals, families and other providers to identify needs and signpost to resources, escalating cases when appropriate.

The role requires travel across Hampshire, a valid driving licence and reliable vehicle; a Disability Confident Employer offering generous leave, sick pay and LGPS.

Responsabilidades

• Complete assessments and reviews of individuals in the community.
• Provide support and guidance to individuals to maximise their wellbeing and independence.
• Collaborate with individuals, their families, providers, and other healthcare professionals to find and signpost to innovative, alternative community resources to meet individuals' needs.
• Have the confidence and knowledge to make well-informed decisions where appropriate, as well as knowing when a case or situation requires escalation.
• Other job titles you may be searching for: Social Worker, Welfare Worker, Community Worker, Casework Assistant, Case Manager, Care Manager, Social Work Assistant, Social Work Practitioner, Support Worker, Support Coordinator, Reviewing Officer.
• You will be required to travel to various locations within Hampshire, and it is essential that you have a current drivers' licence and access to a reliable vehicle on a regular basis.
• We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.
• Strong communication and relationship management skills.
• Ability to work with people in difficult circumstances in a compassionate and collaborative way.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Sound IT and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Good understanding of the Care Act 2014 and a background in adults' social care.
• 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.
• Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Find more information here.
• Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date.

Descripción del empleo

What you'll do:

• Complete assessments and reviews of individuals in the community.
• Provide support and guidance to individuals to maximise their wellbeing and independence.
• Collaborate with individuals, their families, providers, and other healthcare professionals to find and signpost to innovative, alternative community resources to meet individuals' needs.
• Have the confidence and knowledge to make well-informed decisions where appropriate, as well as knowing when a case or situation requires escalation.
• Other job titles you may be searching for: Social Worker, Welfare Worker, Community Worker, Casework Assistant, Case Manager, Care Manager, Social Work Assistant, Social Work Practitioner, Support Worker, Support Coordinator, Reviewing Officer.
• You will be required to travel to various locations within Hampshire, and it is essential that you have a current drivers' licence and access to a reliable vehicle on a regular basis.
• We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.
• Strong communication and relationship management skills.
• Ability to work with people in difficult circumstances in a compassionate and collaborative way.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Sound IT and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Good understanding of the Care Act 2014 and a background in adults' social care.
• 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.
• Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Find more information here.
• Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date.