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

Our client is looking for a qualified Social Worker with 2 years+ UK Social Worker experience within an Adult Social Work team

The team work extremely well together to ensure the safety of vulnerable adults under the close supervision of a supportive Team Manager

The responsibilities will include:

• To conduct or support individual assessments or facilitate self-assessments using the appropriate assessment tools
• Plan and set up appropriate personalised and outcome-led packages of support that maximise long-term independence
• Conduct risk assessments with adults and carers, in line with eligibility criteria and Mental Capacity legislation
• Conduct Mental Capacity Act/best interest assessments in line with statutory guidance
• Manage an allocated caseload of clients in compliance with statutory requirements
• Attend service user forums and contribute to the engagement forums
• 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

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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