Social Worker - Adults Access - Middlesbrough

Caritas Recruitment; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Ongoing training and development

Employee assistance programs

Generous annual leave and pension

Job summary

Caritas Recruitment in Middlesbrough is recruiting a Social Worker (Adults Access) to assess needs, develop person-centred care plans, and help service users access essential services within the community.

You will work with multidisciplinary teams, maintain accurate records, advocate for vulnerable adults, and support families while pursuing ongoing training, flexible working options, generous leave, and a supportive, collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• A recognized social work qualification (e.g., Degree in Social Work, DipSW, or equivalent).
• Registration with Social Work England.
• Strong understanding of legislation and policies affecting adult social care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, demonstrating effective problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Conducting comprehensive assessments of individuals' needs and risks.
• Developing and implementing person-centered care plans in collaboration with service users and their families.
• Providing ongoing support and advocacy to ensure individuals access appropriate services.
• Working closely with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care and support.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date case records in compliance with legal and organizational standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Team & independent work

Education

Degree in Social Work, DipSW, or equivalent

Job description

Join our dedicated team in Middlesbrough as a Social Worker specializing in Adults Access. This rewarding position offers you the opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of vulnerable adults while working within a supportive and collaborative environment. As a key member of our social work team, you will play a vital role in assessing needs, providing support, and facilitating access to essential services for adults in the community.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Conducting comprehensive assessments of individuals' needs and risks.
• Developing and implementing person-centered care plans in collaboration with service users and their families.
• Providing ongoing support and advocacy to ensure individuals access appropriate services.
• Working closely with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care and support.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date case records in compliance with legal and organizational standards.

To be successful in this role, you will need to possess the following qualifications and skills:

• A recognized social work qualification (e.g., Degree in Social Work, DipSW, or equivalent).
• Registration with Social Work England.
• Strong understanding of legislation and policies affecting adult social care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, demonstrating effective problem-solving skills.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a range of benefits to support your professional development and well-being, including:

• Flexible working arrangements to promote a healthy work-life balance.
• Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Employee assistance programs and wellness initiatives.
• Generous annual leave and pension scheme.