Safeguarding Vulnerability Officer - Adult Service
Job Summary
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
14/09/2018
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 28/09/2018 12:00
Salary:
£37,107- £40,858 pa
Job Category:
Social Care - Adult Service
Employment Location:
Civic Centre
Further Information
The successful applicant must be a Qualified Social Worker, registered with the HCPC, and have significant post qualifying experience of working with vulnerable people and a detailed understanding of the principles relating to the protection of people from the risk of harm.
The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate that they can manage their own work; have excellent time management and organisational skills; and be able to write clear and concise reports.
The person we are looking to recruit must be able to demonstrate that they can manage complex situations where people and agencies may have conflicting opinions. A sound knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and its application in practice is essential and an understanding of Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards is also a prerequisite.
The successful applicant will need to proactively work in partnership with our colleagues across the department and with partner agencies outside of the department, such as the Police, NHS organisations and the Care Quality Commission.
The successful applicant will receive regular supervision and an annual appraisal, and will be well supported with opportunities in respect of their career development.
This post is subject to safer recruitment measures, including a DBS check.
For an informal discussion regarding this post please contact Kath Bell, Team Manager, Adult Safeguarding on 01429 523946. Alternatively Susan Hurst on 01429 284831.Or Bain Nyananyo on 01429 284484
Application forms and further details are available from and should be returned to, Hartlepool Borough Council, Customer Services, Chief Executive’s Department, Level 2, Civic Centre, Hartlepool, TS24 8AY, Email workforcesupport@hartlepool.gov.uk apply online at www.northeastjobs.org.uk
Please note
This job is closed for applications.