Trauma-Informed Family Placement Social Worker

Scottish Borders Council; Melrose (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Regular supervision

Annual appraisal

Job summary

Scottish Borders Council is seeking a passionate Social Worker to join the Family Placement Team. You will work alongside foster carers, kinship carers, adopters, children and families to help create and sustain safe, valued, and connected relationships for children.

We value warmth, empathy and relationship-building, with a focus on trauma-informed care. A current driving licence and access to a vehicle are required, and flexible working and ongoing professional development are supported.

Qualifications

• Approved qualifications in Social Work (Degree/Dip SW/CQSW/CSS).
• Registration with Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).
• Current driving licence and use of a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Work with foster carers, kinship carers, adopters, children and families to create and sustain relationships where children can feel safe, understood, valued and connected.
• Provide warmth, empathy and the ability to build trusting relationships with carers and families.

Education

Degree/Dip SW/CQSW/CSS

Job description

Scottish Borders Council is seeking a passionate Social Worker to join the Family Placement Team. You will work alongside foster carers, kinship carers, adopters, children and families to help create and sustain safe, valued, and connected relationships for children.

We value warmth, empathy and relationship-building, with a focus on trauma-informed care. A current driving licence and access to a vehicle are required, and flexible working and ongoing professional development are supported.