Social Work Officer
BBBH14069_1729248202
Posted: 18/10/2024
- Up to £19 per hour + may be negotiable depending on experience
- Haringey, London
- Contract
Spencer Clarke Group are seeking a Social Work Officer for a Local Authority Client based in North London.
In this role, you will support vulnerable adults by conducting strengths-based assessments, developing care plans, and collaborating with partners to enhance their independence and wellbeing.
About the role:
You will be asked with delivering key strategic objectives:
- Manage a non-complex caseload, working closely with vulnerable adults to improve their independence and wellbeing.
- Conduct strengths-based assessments, reviews, and develop support plans tailored to individual needs.
- Provide practical support to residents and carers, including advice on accessing welfare benefits, living aids, and community resources.
- Assist in arranging short-term care and respite services for clients and carers to prevent breakdowns.
- Assist social workers in managing complex cases, providing support in gathering information for legal matters.
About you:
The successful candidate will have the following skills / experience:
- Experience or exposure to Adult Social Care (voluntary, paid, or personal).
- Practical experience in conducting strengths-based assessments, reviews, and developing support plans.
- Experience working with vulnerable adults and their carers to promote independence and improve wellbeing.
- Knowledge of accessing welfare benefits, living aids, and other community resources for service users.
- Experience supporting social workers with complex cases, including legal documentation.
What's on offer:
Salary: £19+ph
*may negotiate higher for exceptional candidates, based on experience*
Contract type: 3-6, months minimum, with a high likelihood of extension
Hours: Monday to Friday, 36 hours per week
How to apply:
- Once your CV is received, if you are successful, you will be contacted.
- Due to the extremely high number of applications, it may not be possible to contact every applicant. As such, if you are not contacted, please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.
- For any further questions, please contact Taylor Kirkham on 01772 954200.
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Taylor Kirkham
Recruitment Consultant