Social Worker - ABS45472

Aberdeenshire Council; Fraserburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Fraserburgh is seeking a professional to provide social work services to adults involved in the Criminal Justice System. The role includes working collaboratively with clients who have complex needs and adhering to applicable legislation and standards. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to quality service delivery and undergo necessary background checks.

Qualifications

• Commitment to quality service delivery through continuous improvement.
• Regulated work with Children and/or Protected Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups Act.
• Ability to work collaboratively with clients and other professionals.

Responsibilities

• Provide a professional social work service to adults in the Criminal Justice System.
• Work in partnership with relevant professionals and communities.
• Demonstrate a commitment to quality service delivery.

Job description

Job Description

Provide a professional social work service to adults involved in the Criminal Justice System in Aberdeenshire, by undertaking a full range of criminal justice social work duties and working collaboratively with clients who have complex risks and needs to address offending behaviour.

Work in partnership with relevant professionals, other agencies and the wider community whilst adhering to all applicable legislation and Aberdeenshire Council policies and procedures, including both statutory and non-statutory requirements and Community Justice Priorities.

There is a responsibility for the post holder to demonstrate a commitment to quality service delivery through continuous improvement for the benefit of the Service and the organisation.

Informal enquiries to Angela Cumming - 01467 530938

Requirements

This post is regulated work with Children and/or Protected Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. A confirmed offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.

This post has a minimum requirement of two references, one of these must be your current or most recent employer.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons. For more information on our commitment to equality and diversity, please visit our website.