Social Work Specialist

2 days ago


Walsall, Walsall, United Kingdom Austin Fraser Full time

Opus People Solutions has partnered with Walsall Council to fill a Social Worker role in their Duty and Assessment Team.

Job Overview:

The selected candidate will work on initial assessments, child protection cases, duty work, caseload management, and multi-agency collaboration.

Key Responsibilities:
  1. Conduct risk assessments and develop safety plans for children at risk.
  2. Screen and assess the needs of children and families referred to the service.
  3. Manage crisis situations as the first point of contact.
  4. Develop and review care plans for a managed caseload.
  5. Collaborate with health, education, and other professionals to support families.
Requirements:

The ideal candidate should have excellent communication skills, strong problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to work under pressure. A relevant degree and experience in social work are essential.

The estimated salary for this position is £33,330 per annum, based on 37 hours per week. The location is Walsall, with hybrid remote/office-based working arrangements.



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