Social Worker – Adults Multi-Disciplinary Team
Social Worker – Early Help and Prevention Team
Job Title:Social Worker – Early Help and Prevention Team
Specialism:Adult Social Care
Location:Medway, Kent
Salary:£45,023 annually
Type:Full-time or Part-time
We are seeking a dynamic Social Worker to join our Early Help and Prevention Team within Adult Social Care, located in the vibrant community of Medway, Kent. This is an exciting opportunity for a professional who thrives on meaningful face-to-face interactions and seeks to make a significant impact on the lives of adults and their carers. You’ll be managing a diverse caseload, delivering high-quality, person-centred assessments and interventions with a keen focus on strengths-based practice. With a salary of £45,023 annually and the flexibility of full-time or part-time positions, you can achieve career satisfaction alongside a balanced lifestyle.
Perks and benefits:
- Flexible Working Hours: Whether you prefer full-time or part-time we’ve got you covered with options that cater to your lifestyle.
- Professional Development: Stay ahead of the curve with continuous opportunities for training and development in the fast-paced social work field.
- Inclusive Work Culture: Join a supportive environment that prioritizes equality and diversity ensuring you can bring your authentic self to work.
- Health and Well-being: Access our comprehensive support service focuses on both your mental and physical well-being.
- Career Progression: Benefit from our structured career progression framework designed to help you achieve your professional ambitions.
Main purpose of the job:
- Manage a mixed caseload within our generic community social work teams, providing effective and person-centred assessments and interventions across Medway.
- Support adults with care and support needs alongside their families and carers to live fulfilling independent lives.
- Work with a preventative and enablement focus, delaying the need for long-term care where possible by leveraging individual strengths and support networks.
- Understand and operate within financial, legal, and organisational frameworks including Human Rights and Equalities legislation, the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, and Mental Health Act.
- Prepare clear reports for strategy meetings and court proceedings.
- Liaise with stakeholders to promote our One Council Plan and our core values and behaviours.
What you will do:
- Work directly with adults to establish their wishes and feelings using a variety of techniques.
- Demonstrate and model good practice reflecting a commitment to relationship and strengths-based approaches.
- Manage a workload by engaging in reflective supervision, conducting strengths-based assessments, and developing person-centred plans.
- Participate in regular supervision sessions to review casework and identify learning areas.
- Stay updated with social work research findings and innovative practices.
- Seek advice from supervisors and other professionals to support decision-making processes.
Living and working in Medway offers a fantastic quality of life with a mix of rich history and modern amenities. Medway is well-connected with excellent transport links, stunning scenery, and a vibrant local community, making it a perfect place to advance your social work career and enjoy a balanced lifestyle. Explore new horizons while making a positive impact in our community at Medway.
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