Overview
Are you looking for a new challenge? Do you want to become part of a team that places a premium on listening and learning, and which is determined to make a difference?
We have a fantastic opportunity for a dynamic Social Work Assistant who is passionate about enabling clients to fulfil their potential, whilst promoting self-determination, to join our Hospital Discharge Team based in Amersham Hospital.
If you have experience in the field of Health and Social Care, assessing needs, a real desire to enable clients to achieve or maintain their goals of living independently, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment - we want to hear from you!
The Hospital Discharge Teams operate a 7-day service. At present, this equates to weekend working approximately once every 2 months. For this you will receive an enhancement and time off in lieu.
About us
Buckinghamshire Council is a relatively new organisation that combines the strengths and expertise of the previous five councils in the county to create positive change for local people, communities, and businesses. We are firmly focused on the future and have made a clear commitment to serve residents better and to provide stronger representation for Buckinghamshire, both locally and nationally.
We are dedicated to providing exceptional social services to our community. Our mission is to empower individuals and families to achieve their full potential by offering comprehensive support and resources. We pride ourselves on our collaborative and inclusive work environment, where every team member's contribution is valued.
If you'd like to hear from some of our current Adult Social Care employees, please do take a look at our Bucks Careers pages Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram
About the role
We are looking for a Social Work Assistant who is supportive, motivated, and confident when supporting and communicating with people - either on the telephone or face to face.
You will assess and review the needs of clients who are being referred for, or already in receipt of, care and support services, and undertake and produce high quality strengths-based assessments, reviews, and care and support plans which focus on both achieving independence for and desired outcomes of the individual.
You will work in partnership with other professionals and organisations to support our residents effectively and holistically. Social Work Assistants will endorse and act in accordance with the principles of personalisation, ensuring that care and support plans are person-centred, and as far as is safely possible, you will put the people with whom you work with in control of their lives.
About you
To be successful in this role, you should have the following experience, knowledge, and skills:
Previous experience in a social work or related field is preferred.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.
Strong organisational and time management skills.
Empathy, compassion, and a genuine desire to help others.
You must have a full driving licence with access to a vehicle and be willing to travel county-wide as necessary.
For full details about the role, please refer to the job summary attached.
Other information
If you would like to have an informal conversation with the recruiting manager, please contact: Emma Stevens at Emma.Stevens@buckinghamshire.gov.uk
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare:
All unspent convictions and conditional cautions
All spent convictions and adult cautions that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020 and 2023).
For further information on filtering please refer to Nacro guidance and the guidance published by the Ministry of Justice (see, in particular, the section titled ‘Exceptions Order’).
We reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so please be advised to submit your application as early as possible.
Buckinghamshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk.
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