Social Worker NEW

Assist people to lead fulfilled and meaningful lives, working within current legislation and Council policy to assess, commission and review services for a specific client group.

Requirements

• Review and update knowledge of legal, policy and procedural frameworks
• Work with individuals, families and/or advocates to clarify their needs
• Assess needs, risks and options, taking into account legal and other requirements
• Manage and prioritise workload, carry out duties using accountable professional judgement
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of work
• Participate in supervision, appraisal and team meetings
• Work within budget framework to identify specific packages of care
• Record and share client data in line with Council policy and procedure
• Use corporate systems to support core business and care management process
• Provide casework supervision to team members below Grade 8
• Undertake complex and high-risk cases or arrange complex or high value packages of care

Benefits

• Pension scheme
• Annual leave
• Sick pay
• Training and development opportunities