Social Worker - Ongoing Assessment and Intervention Team
Job Summary
Contract Type:
Fixed Term
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
22/11/2019
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 08/12/2019 23:59
Salary:
£27,905 - £33,799 Annually
Hours per week:
37 hours per week
Job Category:
Social Care - Adult Service
Employment Location:
Darlington
Further Information
Ongoing Assessment and Intervention Team based at Central House in Darlington provides ongoing Social work assessment, support planning and interventions for adults aged 18+ with a range of complex needs in the Darlington area.
The team works proactively with service users, their families, carers and other relevant professionals to maximise independence through a comprehensive strengths-based approach to assessment and support planning.
The dynamic, fast paced nature of the Team is underpinned by a strong commitment to the principles underpinning The Care Act 2014 and other relevant legislation.
The successful applicant will be required to contribute to the operational delivery of an effective Adult Social Care Service and be responsible for a range of assessments including Care and Support needs, Mental Capacity Act, Safeguarding, and Support Planning and promoting the wellbeing of vulnerable adults in line with the Care Act 2014. Promoting independence and wellbeing ensuring desired outcomes are achieved through person centred planning/strength based assessment.
The successful applicant will:
• Have sound assessment and care management skills
• Be able to work in a busy environment and to tight time scales
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Be committed to multi-disciplinary working
Our team offers regular supervision and appraisal, excellent training opportunities and strong team identity.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified individuals.
For detailed information on this role, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.
For a further informal discussion, please contact Izzy McNichol, Team Manager on 01325 406838 or Olivia Johnson Senior Practitioner 01325 406836.
Please note
This job is closed for applications.