Social Worker - Preparation for Adulthood Team

Hillingdon Council; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking local authority as an adults’ social worker, where you'll play a pivotal role in supporting young people transitioning to adult services. This position offers the opportunity to work within a dynamic team, conducting assessments, case management, and collaborating with various agencies to ensure the best outcomes for vulnerable individuals. With a commitment to innovation and professional development, this role promises a rewarding career path in social work, enhancing lives across the community. Be part of a dedicated team that values your contributions and fosters a supportive work environment, making a real difference in the lives of those you serve.

Benefits

Flexible Working Hours

Generous Holiday Entitlement

Local Government Pension Scheme

Discounts at Leisure Centres

Cycle Purchase Scheme

Mental Health Support

Travel Support

Discount on Golf Fees

Support and Counselling Services

Eye Care Contributions

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker with experience in adult services.
• Knowledge of Care Act and Safeguarding procedures essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessments and personalized care for young adults.
• Collaborate with various teams and agencies for effective service delivery.

Skills

Social Work

Assessment and Review

Case Management

Mental Capacity Act Knowledge

Collaboration with Agencies

Education

Qualified Social Worker

Experience in Adults Social Work

Tools

Care Act Knowledge

Safeguarding Procedures

Job description

About the role

We are recruiting a high performing adults’ social worker who is looking to develop their career in an innovative local authority committed to recognising potential.

Our Adults Social Workers provide services across several areas including Initial Assessment, Locality and Hospital Teams and a specialist Learning Disability Service.

We currently have a vacancy in our Preparation for Adulthood Team that supports young people transitioning to adult services. The post holder will support in responsibilities include:

• To work as part of the Transition Service and with the Children with Disabilities Team, Leaving Care Team and SEN.
• To provide timely and responsive assessments, re-assessments and/or reviews delivering personalised care to support users and carers, encouraging maximum independence and safety.
• To provide case management, EHCP’s, health action planning and person-centred planning.
• To participate in Continuing Health Care (CHC) Assessments where appropriate. To support young people into employment.
• To liaise effectively and work in partnership with statutory and voluntary organisations and any other relevant agencies.
• To participate in team and service developments (representing the service as requested) disseminating information, sharing knowledge Undertake Mental Capacity Act assessments, Best Interest and Community Deprivation of Liberty Orders.
• Making referrals to supported living, safeguarding enquiries, Carry out best interest assessments for the client Risk Assessments and Protection plans.

About You

You will be a qualified, experienced Social Worker looking to progress your career with a wide range of experience working within the adults Preparation for Adulthood Team to continue to deliver against its statutory duties (Care Act/Safeguarding), to facilitate timely assessments and ensure a streamline transition to young people in transitioning to adults.

You will be innovative and creative with a willingness to explore new models of working to improve the outcomes for our service users. Moreover, you will be a highly motivated individual who is able to build strong relationships to deliver the best possible outcomes for vulnerable people.

The Social Worker profile describes our career pathway and outlines in detail the qualification and experience levels required for these positions.

Join our highly rated Adult Social Work services and you’ll enjoy the chance to build on our strengths and improve adults lives across Hillingdon.

Apply now to be part of the future of Adult Social Work at Hillingdon!

About us

We value our employees and are committed to ensuring that they enjoy a fulfilling and rewarding career with us. We understand that a happy and motivated workforce is essential for the success of our organisation. That is why we offer a wide range of employee benefits to enhance your work-life balance, financial wellbeing, health, and professional development.

Here’s a comprehensive overview of the fantastic benefits we provide:

Work Life Balance

• Flexible Working Hours – We recognise the importance of flexibility in managing your work and personal life.
• 36 Hour Week – Enjoy a standard 36-hour workweek for all full time staff.
• Generous Holiday Entitlement – You will receive a minimum of 26 days annual leave each year, in addition to bank holidays. This entitlement increases to a maximum 37 days after 10 years of service.

Health & Wellbeing

• Hillingdon Sport Leisure – Stay active and healthy with discounts at council owned leisure centres and swimming pools across the borough.
• Cycle Purchase Scheme – Promote eco-friendly commuting with our cycle purchase scheme.
• Discount on Golf Fees – Enjoy up to 30% discounts on green fees at council owned golf courses.
• Financial Benefits – Secure your future with access to the Local Government Pension Scheme and membership to the Credit Union.
• Vivup Benefits – Access a variety of offers and discounts through our Vivup Benefits.
• Eye Care – We contribute towards eye tests and lenses for Display Screen Equipment.
• Mental Health Support – Our mental health first aiders are trained to identify, understand, and help employees experiencing mental health issues.
• Support and Counselling Services – Access free 24-hour confidential advice and counselling as well as a legal advice service for you and your immediate family.

Commute with Ease

• Travel Support – Make your daily commute easier with our season ticket loans and free car parking. We also provide bicycle parking, lockers, and showers at the Civic Centre.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement
At the London Borough of Hillingdon, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace.

This commitment means that all employees, job applicants and others who work for us will be treated fairly.

The aim is for our workforce to be representative of all sections of society and Hillingdon residents so we welcome applicants from a wide variety of backgrounds.

We strive to ensure that our recruitment process is free from discrimination and bias, and we are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments to applicants with disabilities.

Join us in building a workplace where everyone feels respected, able to give their best and be themselves at work, whilst contributing meaningfully to our organisation's success.

Additional Information
Due to an expected high volume of applications, we could close this role early, we therefore recommend you apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.