Sanctuary Personnel, an innovative and committed recruitment agency, has a new permanent position available for an Experienced Social Worker within the Children with Disabilities Team to work full time based in Medway.
The salary for this permanent Experienced Social Worker job is up to £51,306 per annum.
Main duties:
* Manage a caseload within a framework of appropriate reflective supervision, undertaking focused, analytical assessments, SMART plans and reviews that have clear objectives and outcome measures in order to ensure that all vulnerable children and young adults with disabilities receive a service that reflects the Council’s commitment to child and adult safeguarding and meaningful transition into young adulthood.
* Demonstrate and model good practice that reflects a commitment to relationship and strengths-based practice, working collaboratively with disabled children, young people and their families.
* Work directly with disabled children and young people to establish their lived experiences, wishes, and feelings, using a variety of techniques, as required.
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in line with Data Protection legislation (GDPR) and use Medway Council specific recording systems to promote effective case management.
* Prepare clear, structured and concise reports for meetings, i.e. Child Protection Conferences, strategy meetings, Looked After Children Reviews, Children in Need meetings, and court proceedings as necessary, to the required standard and within the prescribed timescales.
* Keep up to date with research findings, theoretical models and innovative practice within the social work field in order to maintain the highest professional standards.
* Participate in regular reflective supervision with your manager to review casework and critically reflect on, and identify any areas of learning.
* Provide duty cover, on a rota basis, to cover on issues arising and supporting the Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub.
* To participate in one-on-one Performance Development Reviews and contribute to the identification of own and team development needs.
* At the discretion of the Head of Service, such other activities as may from time to time be agreed consistent with the nature of the job described above.
Requirements of this role:
* Social work qualification with registration with Social Work England.
* Experience in managing social work caseloads and supervising others.
* Experience of community and/or group work.
* Knowledge of children’s health and social care systems, agencies, and relevant legislation.
Contact:
This Experienced Social Worker job is advertised by Charlie Reeve; if you are interested in this position please click above to apply now.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, regretfully we are only able to respond to candidates who meet our clients' requirements.
Reasonable Adjustments:
If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement.
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