Adult Social Worker - Transition Services
Carlisle, UK
£37 per hour
About Us:
Randstad is excited to collaborate with the Adult Social Care team in Carlisle to recruit a skilled and experienced Adult Social Worker for a crucial role in Transition Services.
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Join us in this rewarding role where your expertise will directly impact the lives of young people.
Job Description:
Are you an experienced social worker with a passion for supporting young people as they transition into adult services?
In this enhanced role, you will work with individuals aged 14 to 25, focusing on those transitioning from children's services to adult services.
Your expertise in assessment, support planning, and joint working with Children's Services (SEND) and Education will be invaluable in helping these young people achieve their goals.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive Care Act Assessments and develop Support Plans for young people transitioning into adult services, ensuring these are completed by their 18th birthday.
- Be available to work a minimum of 1 day per week in the West Cumbria Area, with the possibility of additional days as required.
- Attend and contribute to educational reviews for individuals with an Education, Health, and Care Plan (EHCP).
- Work collaboratively with Children's Services (SEND) and Education teams to ensure a smooth transition for young people aged 14 to 25.
- Apply a strengths-based approach to assessment and support planning, focusing on maximizing independence and achieving positive outcomes.
- Provide support and advocacy for young people and their families, ensuring their voices are heard and their needs are met.
Qualifications:
- Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
- Proven experience in a social work role, particularly with young people transitioning from children's to adult services.
- Experience in joint working with Children's Services (SEND) and Education is highly desirable.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships with young people, families, and professionals.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures related to adult social care and safeguarding.
Benefits:
- Competitive pay-rates of£37 per hour
- One committed and dedicated point of contact
- An unlimited referrals incentive, giving you a £300 voucher for anyone you refer (T&Cs apply)
- Access to 100s of discounts through the Hapi App
How to Apply:
If you're ready to make a difference in the lives of individuals, we want to hear from you! we have several exciting opportunities with competitive pay & flexibility.
Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you're passionate about this role. If you wish to discuss this further please call 0191 5359054 and can share the CV on
we would be happy to have a confidential discussion.
Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.
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