Social Worker - Referral & Assessment Specialist

Liquid Personnel; Bellflower (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

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Job summary

Liquid Personnel is recruiting a Social Worker for the Referral and Assessment Team in Somerset. You will screen referrals, conduct initial risk assessments, and determine eligibility while coordinating with police, schools, and health services.

Home visits, thorough reporting, and escalation to protection teams when needed are essential aspects of the role. The successful candidate will hold Social Work England registration, have UK work eligibility, and a full UK driving licence, with

Qualifications

• Social Work England registration
• Eligible to work in the UK
• Hold a full UK driving licence
• Post-qualified experience
• Degree level or equivalent in Social Work

Responsibilities

• Receive and screen referrals from professionals, families, or the public.
• Conduct initial assessments to determine risk levels and service eligibility.
• Decide on intervention under Section 17 (Child in Need) or Section 47 (Child Protection).
• Undertake home visits and interviews with children and families.
• Liaise with police, schools, health services, and other agencies to gather information.
• Prepare detailed reports and recommendations for further action.
• Escalate cases to child protection teams when necessary.
• Maintain accurate records and timely responses to referrals.

Education

Degree in Social Work

Job description

Liquid Personnel is recruiting a Social Worker for the Referral and Assessment Team in Somerset. You will screen referrals, conduct initial risk assessments, and determine eligibility while coordinating with police, schools, and health services.

Home visits, thorough reporting, and escalation to protection teams when needed are essential aspects of the role. The successful candidate will hold Social Work England registration, have UK work eligibility, and a full UK driving licence, with