An opportunity has become available in the Joint Transitions team. The successful candidate will be working full time as a Social Worker based in Inverness covering the NHS Highland South and Mid areas. The Joint Transition Team works to enable young people aged 14-25 prepare for adulthood. The successful candidate will be able to work both autonomously and within a busy team. The successful candidate will be passionate and creative to enable young people to reach their potential.
You should be registered with the Scottish Social Services Council on the ‘Social Worker’ part of the Register and hold an appropriate qualification that is recognised by the SSSC. You would be responsible for working alongside colleagues and clinicians to assess the needs of young people and liaise with families, the independent sector and support providers, to ensure care and support is appropriately arranged. In addition the candidate should have a good understanding of the principles of the Adults with Incapacity (Scotland) Act 2000 and a knowledge of the Adult Support and Protection and Self Directed Support legislation.
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Flexible Working
- Flexible working options may be available, depending on the role and service needs. If this is important to you, please discuss it at interview.
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