Job Title: Social Worker Salary: £32,115 - £40,476 per annum Hours per Week 37 Location: Wildwood, Worcester Team: Permanent The Role: We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Social Worker to join out Adult Pathway Planning Team Adult Social Care Commissioners are currently working on a Social Care Mental Health Recovery Pathway and a Supported Living Project. Commissioners need to work alongside co-ordinated Social Work Reviews to clearly define current service provision and support moves to more independent living where appropriate and we have established a Pathway Planning Team to support the work. Key priorities for the successful candidate in partnership with our commissioners will be: Providing Social Work input and skills to the pathway planning team with knowledge and experience of needs assessment, reviewing support plans and an understanding of The Care Act, Continuing Health Care, and s.117 Aftercare provision (MHA) Support the development of recovery pathways for Mental Health enabling more individuals to live as independently as possible. Comprehensively review packages for individuals who may be able to move/change services. Identify if individuals can step down or move to alternative community living and support such changes. Support re-modelling/de-registration/de-commissioning of services. Members of the team have stated that: - “it’s a really good opportunity to undertake comprehensive reviews and to work alongside a rage of different providers.” “We work alongside colleagues from other teams and have the opportunity to develop our professional curiosity, explore services in depth, and ensure good quality care and support for individuals” “It’s good to be part of a team with a wide range of experience and knowledge.” If you wish to discuss further, please contact Maxine Griffiths - mgriffiths1worcestershire.gov.uk of telephone 01905 643718 Benefits: You’ll find an overview of the benefits Worcestershire County Council have to offer on our webpage Worcestershire County Council - Why work for us? Some of these offers include: Great Holiday Entitlement: As well as bank holidays, you'll get 26 days paid holiday (pro rata for part-time staff). This goes up to 31 days when you have been with us for 5 years. If you get more than 26 days where you work now, don't worry because if you join us without a break, we'll match your holiday up to 31 days. If you’re successful and want to take advantage of this do let us know Brilliant Pension Scheme: The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) is a nationwide, career average pension scheme and is a valuable part of the pay and reward package for employees working in local government. Professional Learning & Development: We actively encourage learning and development for all our staff should they want to progress further or explore other areas within the organisation. Flexible Working: We are proud to offer hybrid working to provide a better work/life balance where possible. Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of criminal records via the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed. This will include details of cautions, reprimands, or final warnings, as well as convictions. The County Council has a commitment to safeguarding service users in our care. Equality & Diversity: The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents. Application Closing Date: 2nd March 2025 Anticipated Interview Date: To be confirmed Attached documents JDPS Experienced Social Worker.pdf