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Social Worker – Adults Community Team – Up to £32 per hour, Knowsley
Location: Knowsley, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Reference:
746699ccf35f
Job Views:
8
Posted:
22.01.2025
Expiry Date:
08.03.2025
Job Description:
Job Title: Social Worker – Adults Community Team
Location: Knowsley
Working hours: Mon – Fri, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Rate: £32 per hour
The Knowsley Metropolitan Borough Council is looking for dedicated Social Workers to join our Adult Community Team, offering a pay rate of £32 per hour.
What will your responsibilities be?
As a Social Worker in our Adult Community Team, you will conduct thorough Social Care Needs Assessments to understand and address the needs of adults in the community. You will develop and implement effective support plans, coordinate and manage services to meet individual needs, and assess and manage risks, including attending MARAMS. Your role will involve safeguarding vulnerable adults, applying Mental Capacity Act (MCA) principles to support decision-making, handling legal aspects related to the protection of adults through the Court of Protection (COP), ensuring compliance with Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DOLS), and utilizing the Decision Support Tool (DST) for Continuing Healthcare (CHC) assessments. You must be willing to work contracted hours within agreed rota patterns, including evenings and weekends as required.
Qualifications and Experiences:
To qualify for this role, you should have an NVQ 2 in Care or the ability to undertake training within a negotiated time scale. You must be able to use equipment as instructed and trained. Proven experience as a social worker in adult community services is essential. Additionally, you must be a car driver to accommodate travel requirements. You should also be aware of issues regarding Equal Opportunities and Anti-Discriminatory practice, ensuring a person-centered approach that treats individuals with dignity, respect, and compassion.
How to apply?
If this is a job for you, feel free to click apply below or if you want to learn more about it, please contact 0345 241 9590.
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