Eden Brown Synergy are currently looking for an experienced Social Worker to join the Adults, Health Partnerships and Housing Team within North Northamptonshire Council.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage an allocated adult social care caseload, ensuring all work is completed in line with statutory requirements, local policies and professional standards.
• Undertake individual Care Act assessments, including customer and carer risk assessments, to identify eligible needs and appropriate support options.
• Act as a trusted assessor, using appropriate assessment tools and techniques to establish proportionate, cost-effective and person-centred support arrangements.
• Facilitate self-assessments where appropriate and encourage the involvement of service users, advocates, relatives, carers and support workers.
• Work alongside brokers to arrange and commission personalised support plans, including equipment and adaptations.
• Apply the principles of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Mental Health Act 1983/2007 where applicable.
• Work within a multidisciplinary and integrated service to deliver outcomes-led support for adults with additional care and support needs.
• Undertake safeguarding responsibilities, identifying and managing risks while promoting the safety and wellbeing of vulnerable adults.
• Liaise with local services, specialist teams, hospital trusts and third-sector organisations to coordinate effective support.
• Coordinate and lead multidisciplinary and professional meetings where required, representing the service at internal and external meetings.
• Maintain accurate and timely case records, assessments, decisions and reports in line with statutory and organisational requirements.
• Provide supervision and allocate work to Assessment and Enablement Workers and less experienced colleagues.
• Contribute to service development and improvements through team meetings, supervision, training and other professional forums.

Working Pattern

• 37 hours per week.
• Initially office-based during induction and until established and confident in the role.
• Hybrid working available thereafter, combining office and home working.
• Office bases: William Knibb Centre, Alfred Street, Kettering, NN16 0SW and Swanspool House, Wellingborough, NN8 1BP.

Pay Rate: £33.00 - £35.00 p/h Umbrella, depending on experience.

Contract: 6 to 9 months.

Essential Requirements

• Recognised Social Work qualification, such as a Degree, CQSW or DipSW.
• Current Social Work England registration.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and statutory frameworks relating to adult social care.
• Experience working with adults across areas such as Mental Health, Older People, Learning Disabilities, Transitions or Physical Disabilities.
• Understanding of safeguarding, risk assessment and the impact of harm and vulnerability on individuals.
• Experience undertaking assessments, analysing needs and making informed professional judgements.
• Knowledge of strengths-based practice and person-centred approaches.
• Understanding of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Mental Health Act 1983.
• Ability to manage an independent caseload and maintain accurate records and reports.
• Strong communication, organisational and multi-agency working skills.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals and families in complex situations.
• Full driving licence and ability to travel independently.
• Training towards becoming an Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) is also identified within the person specification.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate of £33 to £35 per hour, depending on experience.
• Hybrid working available once established in the role.
• Opportunity to work within an integrated adult social care service.
• Support from an experienced recruitment consultant.
• Access to further Social Work opportunities.
• £300 referral bonus - refer a qualified Social Worker to Eden Brown Synergy and receive £300 when the referral meets the relevant terms and conditions.

Please apply with an up-to-date CV for immediate consideration.

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Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.

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