Senior Case Worker, Older Adults — Hybrid & Career Growth

Hampshire County Council; Alton; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Joining Hampshire County Council's Older Adults Team as a Senior Case Worker is an excellent next step in your career in Social Work. You’ll provide support and guidance to individuals aged 65 and over to maximise their independence and wellbeing.

You’ll manage your own diverse caseload, support more complex cases, and mentor Case Worker colleagues, modelling best practice and upholding high standards across the team. This role offers a rewarding career with opportunities for progression.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Strong communication

Compassionate approach

Analytical and problem-solving

IT and record-keeping

Independent and team working

Care Act 2014 understanding

Job description

Joining Hampshire County Council's Older Adults Team as a Senior Case Worker is an excellent next step in your career in Social Work. You’ll provide support and guidance to individuals aged 65 and over to maximise their independence and wellbeing.

You’ll manage your own diverse caseload, support more complex cases, and mentor Case Worker colleagues, modelling best practice and upholding high standards across the team. This role offers a rewarding career with opportunities for progression.