Social Worker - Young People with Disabilities, North Essex
Permanent, Full Time
£36,101 to £48,622 per annum
Location: Colchester
Working Style: Community-based worker
Closing Date: 26th January 2025
Essex County Council understands how important flexibility and wellbeing is for our colleagues working across children's Social Care. We have developed a nine-day working fortnight for full-time frontline Social Workers within Children's services.
Join our dynamic team at Children and Families, where social work is not just a job, but a passion for making a positive impact in the lives of children, young people, and their families. Our service is built on collaboration, integrity, and compassion, creating an environment where professionals thrive while promoting the development and well-being of those we serve.
Young People with Disabilities - YPWD Team:
As a Social Worker in the Young People with Disabilities Team, you'll manage a caseload of individuals aged 16 to 25, providing assessments, advice, and support. This role includes shaping care plans and support packages that make a difference.
What Sets Us Apart:
Our team specializes in systematic and strengths-based social work approaches, building lasting relationships with young people and their families as they transition into adulthood, including navigating Education, Health, and Care Plans, assisting in accommodation transitions, and facilitating work experience opportunities.
Variety in Action:
The work involves applying key legislations such as the Children Act 1989 and 2004, Children and Families Act 2014, Care Act 2014, and others relevant to social care. You'll conduct Transitions Pathway Assessments, Mental Capacity Assessments, Community Care assessments, and participate in the implementation and review of support packages/plans.
Team Collaboration:
As part of the Children and Young People with Disabilities Service, you'll collaborate with various teams, including Child and Family Support, Preparation for Adulthood Advisors, and Occupational Therapy.
Qualifications and More:
We value your qualifications, including a diploma or degree in social work, registration with Social Work England, and the capability to practice in line with professional standards. Experience in Adults Social Care is particularly desirable.
Join Us:
If you're ready for a fulfilling role where your skills and passion for social work will shine, join us in improving services for children, young people, and their families.
Mobility Requirements:
The role requires you to be mobile throughout Essex, including transporting service users. A driving licence and car or the ability to meet mobility requirements by other means is essential.
Essex County Council is committed to safeguarding and expects all employees to share this commitment.
If you have queries on this role or require anything further, please email resourcing.team@essex.gov.uk
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