Qualified Social Worker, Barnet London Borough Council, Adults Team
Barnet
Ref: 1192/2
Division: Adult Services
Specialist Area: Social Worker
Location: Barnet
Job type: Contract
Salary (per hour): Negotiable dependent on experience and pay scheme selected
Reference: 1192/2
Job Description
Qualified Social Worker, Barnet London Borough Council, Adults Team - Must be a Qualified Social Worker with a minimum of 2 years+ UK Social Worker experience within an Adult Social Work team.
The team works extremely well together to ensure the safety of vulnerable adults under the close supervision of a supportive Team Manager.
The responsibilities will include:
1. To conduct or support individual assessments or facilitate self-assessments using the appropriate assessment tools.
2. Plan and set up appropriate personalised and outcome-led packages of support that maximise long-term independence.
3. Conduct risk assessments with adults and carers, in line with eligibility criteria and Mental Capacity legislation.
4. Conduct Mental Capacity Act/best interest assessments in line with statutory guidance.
5. Manage an allocated caseload of clients in compliance with statutory requirements.
6. Attend service user forums and contribute to the engagement forums.
7. Support, promote and calculate personalised budgets and understand the principle of direct payments and self-funding to ensure that clients are supported in exercising choice.
37 hours per week (flexible by negotiation)
3 Month Temporary Contract
Start date subject to DBS and reference clearance.
The successful Qualified Social Worker candidate will need to hold a Degree or equivalent, must be registered with Social Work England, have a current DBS, and be a car driver.
Please call the recruitment team where you will speak to one of our dedicated consultants on 0333 1234 530.
Our address
Entrust Social Care Ltd
International House
Stubbs Gate
Newcastle-under-Lyme
Staffordshire
ST5 1LU
Phone: 0333 1234 530
info@entrustsc.co.uk
We are an equal opportunities employer.
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