SOCIAL WORKER LEVEL 3 (Adults)

Job Category : Social Care – Qualified
Location : St. Peters House, Bootle, L20 3ZA, Sefton MBC
Hours Per Week : 36.00
Start Date : Immediate start
Start Time : 09:00
End Time : 17:30
Salary: £23.73

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

Qualifications
SW Degree or equivalent

Current registration with HCPC

Experience
Minimum 2 years post qualification experience in statutory Adult’s Social Care service

Demonstrable skills, knowledge and aptitudes
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.