Fully engage in the Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) programme for newly qualified social workers by planning and reviewing progress and development at regular intervals, fully co-operating with the ASYE assessor and the supervisor (where these are different people), attending support groups and other activities for NQSWs and preparing for own supervision and appraisal through self-evaluation, ensuring that continual professional development is evidenced. Specific duties and responsibilities include: Undertake person-centred social work/community care assessment with customers and to plan for the provision of support and/ or services with customers in order to assist them meet their outcomes and to live as independently as possible fulfilling their individual potential. Develop creative approaches to meeting need and develop up to date knowledge of local provisions to ensure this is included, wherever possible, in order to meet identified need within available resources Have responsibility for accurate and timely recording of all information/assessment activity onto the Social Care records database in accordance with work targets set by the Team Manager and Supervisor. To be able to apply assessment and the management of risks for individuals and to be able to apply Council policy and support customers to manage risk appropriately. To identify where vulnerable adults may be at risk and to act in accordance with safeguarding policies and procedures. Gather sufficient information about customers in order to be able to accurately assess their needs against eligibility criteria. To develop up to date local knowledge about universally available services, including what is available within the voluntary and community sector, as well as the service areas commissioned and contracted services and to signpost/advocate for customers accordingly. Convene meetings e.g. core groups to assist in the implementation and review of plans for vulnerable adults. Following a period of induction, to participate in Specialist Response rota enabling access to services to work effectively, making decisions about risk, eligibility and priority. Ensure that Council corporate and service policies and procedures are followed at all times. Ensure that Support Plan Reviews are carried out in a timely and person-centred way, as required and identified by departmental targets. To ensure agreed outcomes have been met. To evidence need for continuing support at all times in accordance with eligibility criteria and to work with customers and care providers to identify promotion of increased independence. Following a period of induction, to contribute proactively to the effective working of the team with positive attitude, by sharing knowledge, offering advice and support and by preparedness to be involved in the development of services. Be an ambassador for the Council and the department at all times, always representing the Council positively, professionally and appropriately at meetings with customers, external partners and agencies. Work within an equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory framework. Value diversity within the team and in contact with other professionals, and clients CA10-2001 NQSW ASYE year (Adults) Jan 21 Page 5 of 7 Attending Civil Emergencies when a Rest Centre is set up Specific requirements for this post To successfully complete the ASYE programme Ability to travel on a daily basis and to undertake visits to customers in their own homes or in other settings e.g. hospital.