Social Worker - Adults Community Team - Northumberland County Council
Do you want to make a positive difference in the lives of adults in our community?
Northumberland County Council's Adults Community Team is seeking a dedicated and experienced Social Worker to join our team. We are committed to providing high-quality, person-centered support to adults with care and support needs, enabling them to live fulfilling and independent lives.
About the Role:
As a Social Worker in our Adults Community Team, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals to maintain their independence and well-being. You will:
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of individual's needs: Identifying their strengths, challenges, and aspirations.
- Develop and implement individualised care plans: Ensuring tailored support is provided based on their specific needs and preferences.
- Work closely with individuals, their families, and other professionals: Including health care providers, housing providers, and community organisations, to create a holistic support network.
- Advocate for individual's rights and needs: Ensuring they have access to the appropriate services and resources.
- Promote independence and well-being: Supporting individuals to make informed choices and maintain their quality of life.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records: Adhering to relevant legislation and policies.
Who we're looking for:
We are seeking a highly motivated and empathetic Social Worker with a strong commitment to empowering adults to live fulfilling lives.
You will have:
- A recognised social work qualification (e.g., DipSW, CQSW, BSC Social Work)
- A valid Social Work England registration
- Experience in working with adults with care and support needs, including experience in conducting assessments and developing care plans.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with diverse individuals.
- A deep understanding of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures relating to adult social care.
- A commitment to promoting the well-being and independence of adults.
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.
Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.
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