Qualified Social Worker - Child & Families Team

We are looking to recruit a Social Worker for the Child & Families Team within the Social Care Industry. Our client has a well-structured and organised team that are looking to grow their staffing levels. The role offers flexible working hours and has a supportive team culture with regular supervision on cases. Portsmouth is embedding a systemic approach and is currently undergoing a number of changes focussed on reducing caseloads and improving outcomes for families. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced and supportive team within Portsmouth City Council Main duties include: Assess, monitor and review social care needs of individuals, relatives and carers and to arrange the provision of appropriate care services Experience and specialist communication skills to gather information and make a full assessment of the risks, protection and social care needs of individuals, carers and families Must be capable of devising individual care plans based on needs and risks and take appropriate action, in conjunction with other agencies, to protect vulnerable people Required to manage an agreed case load, offer support and guidance and monitor, review and reassess care packages/services to ensure continued effectiveness Be able to assess risks, needs and information, and recognise problems Must be computer literate and have basic numeracy skills Must be able to fulfil transport requireme…