Social Worker (Permanent)(Full Time)(3 Post) - REN13346

Renfrewshire Council; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in the United Kingdom is seeking a qualified social worker to join their Pre and Post Birth Team. The role involves conducting complex assessments and family interventions for pregnant women and young families. Successful candidates must hold a BA (Hons) in Social Work, have two years of post-qualification experience, and possess strong interpersonal and communication skills. A flexible approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Registered with the SSSC.
• Two years’ post qualifying experience.
• Commitment to social work values.

Responsibilities

• Carry out complex assessments.
• Manage cases and family interventions.
• Record and monitor work using an electronic case record system.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Assessment skills

Report writing skills

Education

BA (Hons) in Social Work or equivalent

Job description

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This is an opportunity to join our professionally challenging and rewarding Pre and Post Birth Team, working across the Renfrewshire area. The successful applicant will have the personal qualities, professional skills and knowledge required to carry out assessments and interventions with pregnant women, young babies and their families.

Main duties will include carrying out complex assessments, case management, family interventions and recording and monitoring work using an electronic case record system.

It is essential that you have: a BA (Hons) in Social Work or equivalent; be registered with the SSSC; have two years’ post qualifying experience, be committed to social work values; have effective interpersonal, communication, IT, assessment and report writing skills; be able to work as part of a team and on your own initiative; and have a flexible approach.

If successful, you will be required to undertake a Disclosure Scotland check, the level of check will be determined by the duties of the post. If you would like further information in relation to the Disclosure Scotland checks, please visit www.disclosurescotland.co.uk.