JOB-20240819-db742659
Apply now to join our team as a Locum Social Worker specialising in Mental Health and Adult Social Care within the MASH team in Knowsley, UK, earning a fantastic hourly rate of £31.15. This full-time, ongoing opportunity offers the unique chance to work in a vibrant community setting, where you can truly make a difference in the lives of adults at risk by crafting and delivering person-centred care plans.
Perks and benefits:
- Hourly Salary: Enjoy the flexibility and financial advantages of an excellent hourly wage.
- Full Time: Commit to a fulfilling role that rewards dedication with consistent hours.
- Diverse Work Environment: Experience a varied and dynamic workplace where no two days are the same.
- Professional Development: Access ongoing learning and development programmes to enhance your skills and expertise.
- Networking Opportunities: Build strong professional relationships with a variety of stakeholders, enhancing your career prospects.
What you will do:
- Provide safe and effective care and support for adults at risk, ensuring their basic needs, as detailed in support plans and risk assessments, are fully met.
- Deliver person-centred quality care tailored to the unique needs and aspirations of each individual, prioritising dignity, respect, and compassion.
- Aid in the delivery of agreed care plans, ensuring quality, safety, and alignment with service targets and CQC standards.
- Assist clients with personal care tasks such as dressing, bathing, toileting, and medication administration according to individual plans.
- Monitor service users' progress and be vigilant about behavioural triggers, updating managers as necessary.
- Support emotionally demanding individuals and alert managers to significant issues.
- Collaborate with senior officers to implement motivating activities and contribute to the planning of daily activities and risk assessments.
- Participate in and contribute positively to team meetings, sharing valuable insights and updates regarding service users.
- Accurately administer and record medication following the Council's Medication policy.
- Maintain updated records, ensuring compliance with information security protocols.
Essential requirements:
- Experience as a Social Worker in Adult Mental Health and MASH.
- Capability to provide physical assistance for personal care tasks.
- Strong written communication skills for report writing using standard templates.
- Commitment to continuous learning and development.
- Ability to work as part of a team and communicate effectively.
- Understanding of Equal Opportunities and Anti-Discriminatory practices; embracing a person-centred approach.
Knowsley offers a welcoming community with a rich cultural heritage, beautiful parks, and excellent transport links to Liverpool and beyond. Experience a work-life balance that allows you to explore this exciting area, with plenty of amenities and recreational options at your doorstep. Join us in Knowsley, a fantastic place to live, work, and grow your career!
Working with Sanctuary Personnel:
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