Senior Disability Support Specialist

6 days ago


West Midlands Combined Authority, United Kingdom Sanctuary Personnel Ltd Full time

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd is an innovative recruitment agency dedicated to providing exceptional support services. We are seeking a skilled Senior Disability Support Specialist to join our Adult Learning Disability Team on a part-time basis (22 hours per week).

The successful candidate will be rewarded with a competitive salary of up to £42,186 per annum.

  • To work collaboratively with adults who have complex or fluctuating needs, utilizing a strength-based approach to reduce and manage risks.
  • In partnership with other professionals, ensure a multi-agency approach that enables the adult and/or their carer to live as independently as possible.
  • As an experienced social worker, apply relevant legislation, policy, procedures, and social work theory autonomously.
  • IDentify and support adults and carers at risk of abuse or neglect using Making Safeguarding Personal and complete section 42 enquiries as directed.
  • Engage with adults and their carers using a strengths-based approach to identify available resources meeting their needs.
  • Maintain personal and professional development to meet the changing demands of the job, participate in appropriate training activities, and encourage staff development and training.
  • Undertake health and safety duties commensurate with the job and/or as detailed in the Directorate's Health and Safety Policy.
  • Perform other duties, training, and/or hours of work reasonably required and consistent with the general level of responsibility of this job.
Requirements:
  • A social work qualification or equivalent.


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