Senior Social Worker

Wakefield Council; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A local authority in the UK seeks a passionate Senior Social Worker for part-time work in their Hospital Social Work Team. This role involves managing a diverse caseload, ensuring high standards of social care, and collaborating with multi-disciplinary partners to support vulnerable adults transitioning from hospitals. Suitable candidates should possess a relevant degree and strong communication skills. The position offers ongoing training and various benefits, including discounted public transport.

Benefits

Discounted public transport

Local Government Pension Scheme

Leisure facility discounts

Qualifications

• Recognized qualifications by the Central Council for Education & Training in Social Work.
• Evidence of maintaining skill and knowledge in professional field.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload involving assessments and decision making.
• Deliver exceptional social care and promote choice for supported adults.
• Engage in outcomes-focused conversations building on strengths.

Skills

Effective communication and engagement

Ability to foster working relationships

Leadership and guidance

Education

Degree in Social Work or relevant qualifications

Post qualifying award or training

Job description

Overview

Are you a dedicated, experienced social worker with a passion for making a difference? Wakefield Council is looking for a dynamic Senior Social Worker to join the Hospital Social Work Team and help us provide outstanding support to individuals and families across our diverse community.

About the Role

As a Senior Social Worker at Wakefield Council, you'll be at the forefront of delivering high-quality social care services. You'll provide leadership and guidance to a team of social workers, working collaboratively to improve outcomes for vulnerable adults and families.

We are seeking individuals who can bring a wealth of knowledge and experience in social work. We are looking for a passionate, motivated, and experienced Grade 10 Senior Social Worker to join our Hospital Social Work Team. Your role will involve working with Adults aged over 18 to facilitate a safe transfer of care from hospital. The team also completes Care Act Assessments once back within the community to assess long-term care needs. You must enjoy being part of a fast-paced environment and working alongside our multi-disciplinary system partners.

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Your main responsibilities as a Grade 10 Senior Hospital Social Worker

• You will manage a varied caseload, which will include capacity assessments, best interest decision making, Care Act assessments, and being part of a duty rota.
• You will deliver exceptional social care to the adults we are supporting and their carers and promote choice and control as much as possible.
• The team is looking to appoint an individual who is enthusiastic to engage in adopting strengths based, person centred assessments.
• You will engage in outcomes focused and preventative conversations which build on the strengths of people and their local networks.
• You will be required to provide an effective response to safeguarding enquiries and support for people with impaired capacity to make decisions.

Essential requirements

• Degree in Social Work, or relevant Social Work qualifications recognised by the Central Council for Education & Training in Social Work/Registration with HCPC
• Evidence of successful completion of post qualifying award or training (e.g. DoLs Assessor, ASYE Assessor or Practice Educator)
• Evidence of maintaining skill and knowledge base in professional field through post qualifying training or other opportunities
• Ability to develop and sustain effective working relationships within service users, carers and groups
• Excellent communication and engagement skills with a commitment to improving service delivery.

What can I expect?

• This is a part time post of 22.5 hours per week. Monday - Wednesday and includes a Saturday 1 in 6 which is reflected in your pay and a subsequent day off. Days covered can be discussed further.
• Support and ongoing training
• Discounted and subsidised public transport (Arriva Bus Annual Travel Ticket, Northern Trains Limited (NTL), MetroCard)
• The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Great range of benefits including discounted membership to our excellent leisure facilities with free 12 weeks exercise program with a dedicated personal trainer, discounts for a range of retail, entertainment, health and leisure providers, cycle to work scheme and many more.

Want to Know More?

If you would like to know more about the role, the recruitment process or working for Wakefield Council feel free to contact Lindsey Gaunt.

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