Social Worker

2 months ago

Halton, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

Main Purpose of the Role

Within the framework of legislation, agreed policies and procedures to work with, or on behalf of, individuals and families, to assist them to resolve their personal problems and adjust to, or change, their social environment in order to improve the quality of life. The Council and its schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expect all staff, workers and volunteers to share its commitment. Within the framework of legislation, agreed policies and procedures to work with, or on behalf of, individuals and families, to assist them to resolve their personal problems and adjust to, or change, their social environment in order to improve the quality of life.

Key Duties

Manage an allocated social work caseload.
undertake assessments in accordance with legislation, policies and procedures.
Assess the needs of children and young people and determine an appropriate level of intervention and service provision.
Negotiating, coordinating and providing and/or commissioning services as appropriate.
Ensure the needs and wishes of children are fully addressed in the assessment and planning process and that there is evidence of children and young people's participation.
Share responsibility for planned intervention and service provision with partners, which will include the full range of statutory meetings and other planned meetings, as necessary.
Comply with HBC and service-specific administrative and financial procedures including the maintenance of appropriate and up-to-date records.
Liaise with designated line manager and comply with service requirements regarding supervision, undertaking continuous professional development and attendance at formal training.
Contribute to the development of social work students.
Undertake any other duties in relation to this area of work, including membership of the team's duty rota.
Undertake any other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time, which are commensurate with the grade of the job.
Education/Qualifications

Social Work Qualification e.g. DipSW/CQSW/CSS or equivalent.
Registration as a qualified social worker with HCPC.
Relevant post qualifying training and/or qualifications is desirable.
Experience

Pre or post qualification experience in safeguarding within a social care setting, preferably within a Local Authority, Children's Services
Knowledge of childcare legislation, guidance and procedures.
Knowledge and understanding of the significant issues relating to children in need, children in care and care leavers.
Knowledge of child and adolescent development.
A clear understanding of safeguarding children's requirements.
Good understanding of accountability and ability to work corporately.
Awareness of importance of multi-disciplinary working and integrated approach to service delivery.Skills and Abilities

Motivation to work with children, young people and vulnerable adults.
Ability to form and maintain appropriate relationships and personal boundaries with children, young people and vulnerable adults.
Emotional resilience in working with challenging behaviours and managing complex cases.
Effective communication skills with children, young people and their families.
Good written and verbal skills.
Report writing skills.
Ability to assess risk; create, implement and review plans to address risk.
Ability to work as a team member.
Ability to manage change.
Information technology skills.Other Requirements

Flexibility to work outside normal working hours if necessary.
Driving License.
Use of a car for work purposes.
Commitment to own professional development.
Contact person
Declan Barnes - (phone number removed)

GH - 26025
BH - (phone number removed)

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