Community Social Worker (Fixed Term) – Person-Centred Care

North Somerset Council; United States; Remote; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Reflective supervision

Learning & Development programme

Group supervision & peer support

Job summary

North Somerset Council is seeking a fixed-term Social Worker to join Community Team South (CTS) in the South of North Somerset. You will carry out needs assessments under Care Act 2014, support planning, and work with multi‑agency partners to secure person-centred outcomes.

With a strength-based, person-centred approach, you will complete DoLs, risk assessments and Court of Protection welfare applications as appropriate, coordinating with Occupational Therapists and ASCWs to ensure seamless

Responsibilities

• Completing carers assessments
• Prepare clear, evidenced-based reports to inform professional decision making
• Care coordination - engaging a multi-agency team to aid all aspects of support planning, risk management and improve access to services
• Supporting individuals to navigate challenging situations and drawing in targeted support from other agencies
• Work with Brokerage and providers to source appropriate care and support with consideration of financial parameters
• Complete Community DoLs applications (in line with recent case law)
• Identify the need for Multi Agency Risk Management (MARM) referrals and supporting MARM reviews
• Complete Court of Protection welfare applications where appropriate
• Transitions for young people who do not meet criteria for the Adult Transitions Team
• Where appropriate - Working alongside Occupational Therapist/ASCW colleagues to ensure a person receives a streamlined approach to their intervention
• Review and monitor support arrangements feedback any concerns regarding quality of care
• Ensure compliance with all relevant policies procedures and statutory frameworks
• Manage a defined caseload, prioritising work effectively and working with autonomy

Job description

North Somerset Council is seeking a fixed-term Social Worker to join Community Team South (CTS) in the South of North Somerset. You will carry out needs assessments under Care Act 2014, support planning, and work with multi‑agency partners to secure person-centred outcomes.

With a strength-based, person-centred approach, you will complete DoLs, risk assessments and Court of Protection welfare applications as appropriate, coordinating with Occupational Therapists and ASCWs to ensure seamless