Social Worker – Learning Disabilities: Enable Independence

Somerset Council; Shepton Mallet; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days annual leave

Job summary

Somerset Council in Mendip is seeking a Social Worker in the Learning Disabilities team to support adults to live independently and safely with choice and control over their lives.

You will undertake assessments, manage risk, and develop personalised care and support plans in line with the Care Act 2014, building lasting relationships with individuals, families and carers within a collaborative, multi-agency environment.

Qualifications

• A recognised Social Work qualification and current registration with Social Work England.
• Experience or strong interest in working with adults with learning disabilities.
• Ability to manage risk and make sound professional decisions.
• Strong communication skills, including working with individuals with a range of communication needs.
• Ability to work collaboratively across agencies while maintaining a clear social work perspective.
• Commitment to promoting independence, dignity and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Undertake strengths-based assessments of need and risk for adults with learning disabilities and their carers.
• Manage a caseload of varying complexity, ensuring care and support plans are appropriate, proportionate and regularly reviewed.
• Work directly with individuals and families, supporting them to make informed decisions about their care and support.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with partner agencies, including health, housing and voluntary sector organisations.
• Respond to safeguarding concerns, ensuring individuals are protected from harm while promoting independence.
• Support individuals in crisis situations, using appropriate legislation and resources.
• Contribute to multi-agency working, ensuring coordinated and person-centred approaches to care.
• Maintain clear, accurate and timely records in line with policy and legislation.
• Support carers through assessment and planning processes, recognising their needs and role.

Skills

Person-centred practice

Strengths-based practice

Communication skills

Risk management

Collaboration across agencies

Relationship building

Education

Social Work degree (BA/BS or MSW)

Registered with Social Work England

Job description

Somerset Council in Mendip is seeking a Social Worker in the Learning Disabilities team to support adults to live independently and safely with choice and control over their lives.

You will undertake assessments, manage risk, and develop personalised care and support plans in line with the Care Act 2014, building lasting relationships with individuals, families and carers within a collaborative, multi-agency environment.