Social Workers - Assessment and Intervention

HCL Workforce Solutions Ltd; Sandwell; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social services organization in Sandwell is seeking a qualified Children's Assessment and Intervention Social Worker. This role involves conducting assessments, planning interventions, and working closely with children and families to promote positive change. Candidates should have a minimum of three years of experience and a comprehensive understanding of child development. The position offers a competitive hourly rate.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years permanent experience in a local authority.
• Good knowledge of minimum standards for promoting change.
• Ability to analyse information and make informed decisions.

Responsibilities

• Focus on quality assessments and dynamic planning for interventions.
• Respond to children's needs through child protection investigations.
• Develop effective relationships with children and families.

Skills

Analysis of complex information and data

Team collaboration

Strong communication skills

Ability to build relationships

Knowledge of child development

Education

Qualified Social Worker

Job description

Overview

Children's Assessment and Intervention Social Worker

£33.30

Sandwell

Locum Social Work

Responsibilities

• Focus on good quality assessments and dynamic planning to deliver timely evidence-based interventions and the progress of pre-proceedings/care proceedings through to permanency planning. Strengthen partnership working with families in local communities.
• Respond to the needs of children through s47 child protection investigations or through s17 child in need single assessments;
• Play a pivotal role in developing effective relationships with children and their families to identify their needs and work with families to help develop plans to achieve change;
• Ensure that the voice of the child is at the centre of your work and use a range of direct work tools to evidence the child\'s voice in your assessments and plans.

Who are we looking for

• Qualified and experienced Social worker with minimum 3 years permanent experience in a local authority
• Have a good knowledge of minimum standards and be able to achieve our expectation for promoting change in family life
• Be able to demonstrate the ability to analyse information and make informed decisions
• Good knowledge of child development

Skills

• Analyse and interpret complex information and data, being able to prioritise needs and devise plans for intervention and provision.
• Proactively work as a member of the team
• Develop strong relationships, working alongside carers, colleagues and external agencies to deliver an effective service.
• Communicate clearly and effectively in both written and oral format, including the ability to explain complicated information to a variety of people and use negotiation and persuasion skills to encourage others to adopt a course of action they may not wish to take.
• Recognise limits of own accountability and responsibility, and seek appropriate support and advice when needed.

Why join HCRG Staffing?

HCRG Staffing is one of the leading Healthcare recruitment companies in the UK. With over 20 years of experience, we have exclusive access to more roles than any other agency.

With a strong reputation for delivering skilled temporary healthcare staff into healthcare providers across the UK, HCRG Staffing not just offers a job, but a rewarding career where you can make a vital difference in peoples lives. Whether you\'re an experienced healthcare professional or just stating our, you\'ll benefit from comprehensive training, flexible working patterns and growth opportunities.

Equality and inclusion

HCRG Staffing is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications regardless of sex, age, race, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, religion and belief, pregnancy and maternity or disability.