JOB-20240819-db742659
Social Worker - Assessment & Intake Team, Specialist Area: Older Persons and Physical Disabilities, Location: Southwark, UK, Salary: £32 Hourly, Ongoing, Full Time
Are you looking for an exhilarating role where your skills can make a real impact? An opportunity has emerged for a Social Worker within our Assessment & Intake Team in vibrant Southwark. You will earn a competitive £32 hourly, offering you both financial reward and the flexibility to enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance. This ongoing, full-time role promises dynamic professional challenges and the chance to work with a well-respected team.
Perks and benefits:
- Locum - Embrace the freedom that comes with locum work, allowing you to take control of your schedule and work-life balance.
- Competitive Hourly Rate - Earn a generous £32 per hour, recognising your valuable expertise.
- Professional Development - Access extensive training via our My Learning platform, bolstering your career progress.
- Flexible Working - Enjoy the perfect mix of remote and in-office working, helping you tailor your environment to suit your needs.
What you will do:
- Manage complex caseloads within the Older Persons and Physical Disability Service.
- Conduct comprehensive assessments including Care Act Assessments, Carers Assessments, Mental Capacity Assessments, and CHC Assessments.
- Present care packages for panel approval and coordinate care home placements.
- Stabilise complex cases and address initial safeguarding concerns effectively.
- Collaborate with partner agencies such as GPs, Housing, and Occupational Therapy staff to ensure seamless care.
- Utilise organisational IT platforms like Mosaic and Liquid Logic with proficiency.
This position offers the unique opportunity to flex your investigative prowess while engaging with diverse and stimulating cases. Based at Southwark Council's Queens Road office, the role involves minimal presence on-site with just two compulsory in-office days, affording you greater flexibility. Transport is facilitated by a team Oyster card, and you will be supported with a laptop and smartphone for efficient working.
If you are adept at managing demanding situations and ready to bring your innovative problem-solving skills to an engaging role, this position in culturally rich Southwark could be your perfect fit. Two stops from London Bridge and Canada Water, you'll be in the heart of an area famed for its cultural diversity and exciting social scene. Southwark is a wonderful place to work and live, marrying a vibrant community vibe with the convenience of city living.
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