Social Worker
Kingshill, Kent
Up to £38 per hour
24-7 Recruitment are currently looking for Social Worker for a client that we are representing in the Kingshill, Kent area on a permanent basis, for the right candidate. We are looking for experienced and reliable Social Workers. This role will include displaying excellent Social Worker experience and working well under-pressure
The position of a Social Worker involves:
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Manage a diverse caseload of children, young people and their families, undertaking assessments to determine the needs and capabilities of clients and carers, and drawing up plans of support under the supervision and guidance of a designated supervisor
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The ability to use agreed eligibility criteria and in accordance with statutory requirements, Directorate and Corporate Policy and National Legislation. Cost any support package and assist the client to access the most appropriate and comprehensive support available through community resources, direct payments or commissioned services
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Provide and ensure the availability of adequate advocacy arrangements to assist service users towards self-determination of their personal assistance arrangements.
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Identify and where appropriate manage any safeguarding and quality of care issues in line with directorate policy
Essential skills this role:
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Degree in Social Work
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Assessed as competent to operate at the New Practitioner or Practitioner level of the Social Care Capability Framework
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Relevant experience to demonstrate the competencies required.
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Ability to work within a court setting
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Ability to prioritise and to work effectively on own initiative as well as within a team
If you are interested in this role please apply with your CV