Requirements:

• Professional Social Work qualification and HCPC registration.
• Experience conducting Care Act and Mental Capacity Act assessments.
• Familiarity with Community Health Care assessments and safeguarding practices.

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Social Worker to join our supportive, hardworking team within Adult Social Care. You will play a crucial role in helping individuals to lead independent, fulfilling lives by conducting strength-based Care Act assessments, including carer assessments, and developing creative, person-centered care and support plans that meet eligible needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough Care Act assessments and reviews, focusing on strengths and setting up imaginative care plans.
• Complete Mental Capacity Assessments and related risk assessments as a core part of your day-to-day role.
• Lead or support safeguarding enquiries, demonstrating a deep understanding of safeguarding principles and practices.
• Carry out assessments using the NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) checklist, representing customers and social care in the Decision Support Tool process.
• Work with diverse client groups, including older adults and younger adults with varying abilities and disabilities, and from all cultural backgrounds.

For further information on the role, send your CV in a Microsoft Word format to Jessel on or give me a ring on Ext: 7153.