Job title: Social Worker – Disabilities Team
Company: Sanctuary Personnel
Job description: Seven Social Care are looking for a passionate and dedicated Social Worker to join our Disabilities Team based in Chippenham. The successful candidate will be empathetic, patient, and have a deep understanding of disabilities, either from personal experience or professional training.
Responsibilities:
1. Assess, plan, implement and evaluate packages of support to enable individuals to lead the fullest lives possible.
2. Liaise effectively with a range of service users and their families, maintaining good partnerships with relevant community groups, local housing teams, and health services.
3. Contribute to the safeguarding of adults by ensuring you are aware of your role in relation to the safeguarding adults policy, ensuring it is integrated into practice.
4. Maintain professional standards and continuous improvements in the quality of care and support plans.
5. Work as part of a dedicated team to provide a holistic, person centred care plan.
6. Advocate on behalf of individuals and groups to enhance their wellbeing.
7. Work flexible hours to meet service needs, that might include evenings and weekends.
Qualifications and Experience:
1. Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work.
2. Must be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
3. Previous experience in the disabilities field is required.
4. Ability to work both individually and as part of a team.
5. An understanding of the rights and needs of individuals with disabilities.
Skills:
1. Excellent communication and people skills.
2. High level of patience and emotional resilience.
3. Ability to motivate medical professionals, and caregivers.
4. Good assessment and observational skills.
5. Excellent problem solving and decision making skills.
6. Strong organisational and time management skills.
7. Proficient IT skills.
We value diversity and are committed to equal opportunities. Candidates who demonstrate suitable experience and background for this role are encouraged to apply.
Working with Seven Resourcing:
Established in 2011, Seven Resourcing is one of the UK’s largest suppliers of temporary and ad-hoc professionals. Rated ‘Excellent’ on Trustpilot from 2000+ reviews, and with 20+ major recruitment awards, we take pride in knowing we can find you the best possible rates and a role you can be proud of.
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Expected salary:
Location: Chippenham, Cambridgeshire
Job date: Wed, 10 Jan 2024 23:59:09 GMT
