SOCIAL WORKER LEVEL 3 (Adults)

To contribute to the operational delivery of an effective Vulnerable People Service as part of a team responsible for safeguarding, promoting the welfare of and continuously improving outcomes for vulnerable people.

To manage a complex caseload, delivering high quality assessments and support plans that address the needs of vulnerable people through the commissioning of individual packages of care, whilst managing the reputation of the Council.

MAIN DUTIES

1. Hold and effectively manage a complex and varied caseload with appropriate supervision, guidance and support, reflecting the function of the team and the Vulnerable People Service in accordance with policy, procedures, guidance and legislation.

2. Undertake work within legislative frameworks including the preparation of written statements and representations to the judiciary at Court hearings.

3. Be accountable for complex decision making in relation to caseloads ensuring professional judgement, service user involvement, needs led assessment, critical reflection and analysis to inform this.

4. Identify and assess levels of risk and need (within statutory frameworks) in often complex situations. Undertake safeguarding investigations and deliver protective and/or supportive services for individuals at risk and maintain up to date assessments, care plans and reviews.

5. Prepare statements of need/care and support plans, in consultation with other agencies as appropriate, that reflect the wishes of the individual and lead to the commissioning of personalised packages of care.
6. Negotiate personalised care arrangements with individuals and significant others that offer choices within affordable resources based on an allocated budget.

7. Undertake direct work with adults and their families in line with care plans.

8. Work co-operatively with both internal and external colleagues across multi - agency boundaries.

9. Undertake specific responsibilities as required by the service, for example the role of AMPH which may require out of hours duty.

10. Communicate skilfully and confidently in complex or high risk situations. Model and help others develop communication skills

11. Attend and represent the department at a range of multi-disciplinary forums and undertaking the role of chair as required.

12. Model critical reflection and evidence based decision making and support others in developing these.

13. Demonstrate a critical knowledge of the range of theories and models for social work intervention with individuals, families, groups and communities and the methods derived from them.

14. Contribute to current practice expectations, indentifying areas of poor practice issues and taking appropriate action.

15. Model inclusive practice in relation to identity and diversity, challenging any issues of concern.

16. Take responsibility for obtaining regular professional supervision to ensure effective practice, reflection and career development.

17. Prepare and participate in Performance and Development Reviews, identifying areas for improvement and carrying out agreed learning and development opportunities including using research to inform practice.

18. Take responsibility for the professional learning and development of self and others including participating in team meetings and contributing to the development of the team.

19. Be responsible for overseeing the management, teaching and assessment of social work students carrying out practice learning placements.

20. Ensure that reports are up to date, of a high quality and submitted according to appropriate timescales.

21. Ensure that expenditure on cases is properly authorised and recorded.

22. Be responsible for accurate, sensitive, timely and up to date data entry on all cases including:
- data entry on IAS and any other electronic tools or database
- data required for specific PIs/targets,
Due consideration being given to any legal and human rights of the individuals concerned.

23. Ensure that client information data is lawfully gathered, accurate, up to date and only divulged in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998 and the local government common law duty of confidentiality. Failure to apply these duties can lead to the individual or the Service facing court proceedings.

24. Undertake any other duties as directed from time-to-time to meet the exigencies of the service.

GENERAL

This job description is a representative document. Other reasonable similar duties may be allocated from time to time commensurate with the general character of the post and it's grading.

This job description applies to a number of jobs within Adult's Social Care, the team (and office location) that staff undertaking this job description are allocated to could change at the discretion of management following consultation with individual post holders.

In addition to his/her principal duties the post holder will be expected to contribute more widely to the overall development of the Service and the Council. You may be required to be available to contribute to the Out of Hours Service.

All employees are responsible for the implementation of the Health and Safety Policy so far as it affects them, their colleagues and others who may be affected by their work. The post holder is also expected to monitor the effectiveness of the health and safety arrangements and systems to promote appropriate improvements where necessary.

All employees are expected to be committed to the Equality and Diversity policy and assist in removing the barriers to service delivery and employment to enhance a positive equality culture., Various

Criteria
Essential
Desirable
Assessment Method

Please read the guidance notes before completing your application form. Please demonstrate, with examples, how you meet the criteria for the post, as set out below., SW Degree or equivalent

Current registration with HCPC, Minimum 2 years post qualification experience in statutory Adult's Social Care service

A/I
Demonstrable skills, knowledge and aptitudes

Demonstrable skills, knowledge and aptitudes continued
Knowledge of NHS and Community Care Act, Mental Health Act other appropriate legislative frameworks, statutory guidance and processes for vulnerable adults.

Knowledge of the assessment frameworks and other relevant assessment and planning tools.

Knowledge of Human Growth and Development.

Ability to research, cascade and incorporate new guidance and procedure into work quickly and effectively; and use to inform professional decision making.

Ability to demonstrate advanced skill level in applying needs-led assessment and planning.

Ability to demonstrate in-depth knowledge of theory and practice of care assessment.

Ability to develop practical and procedural knowledge across a defined specialist area.

Ability to apply critical reflection and analysis to complex case.

Ability to make informed person centred judgments.

Ability to communicate effectively and undertake direct work with individuals and their families.

Ability to produce excellent person centred and outcome focused reports and plans.

Ability to demonstrate excellent organisational skills and to prioritise and manage fluctuating caseloads.

Ability to effectively undertake partnership working with individuals and their families.

Ability to meet the demands of the service and produce work to a high standard within set timescales.

Ability to recognise and promote safety, health, wellbeing and emotional resilience for both self and colleagues.

Ability to be solution focused in relation to case work and service development, resolving familiar routine problems autonomously.

Ability to follow through on agreements with individuals and demonstrate client empathy.

Ability to take advantage of, and use, information technology, including IAS.

Ability to work within professional and ethical standards including the HCPC Code/Standards of Conduct for Social Workers., This post is registered as exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and in accordance with the Police Act; the successful candidate must be able to obtain satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check in order to be appointed to the post. In this respect a criminal record check will be undertaken prior to confirmation of appointment., Ability to demonstrate a commitment to own professional development and that of other colleagues

Ability to understand and demonstrate a commitment to equality and diversity.

Must be legally entitled to work in the
UK., Experienced practitioner with considerable experience in the field expected to undertake complex cases including assessment and management of risks. Recognised by peers as a source of reliable knowledge and expertise demonstrating critical knowledge of the range of theories and models for social work intervention. Expected to oversee the teaching and assessment of social work students carrying out practice learning placements as required. Required to give evidence in court in relation to care proceedings.
Please note we are recruiting for two positions, one based in the North of the borough and one based South of the borough. This will be a 6-month position.

£27.98 per hour
Trinity Road, Bootle, L20 3NJ
Social Care,
Temporary