Social Worker - DGA12020

This is a time of significant change for both the Social Work Service in Dumfries & Galloway, and the wider health and social care sector in general. This post offers real opportunities to contribute to service delivery and development.

You will be an integral member of the Lower Annandale Home Team, where you will work in partnership with colleagues from Adult Social Work, Community Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Public Health Improvement and Patient Flow.

Your primary responsibility will be to work with people in the community to assess their need for care and support and to help formulate and review outcome-based plans. This will be carried out in conjunction with Carers and families where appropriate, and alongside colleagues in the Home Team. You will also link closely with colleagues in the wider Health and Social Care Partnership and other agencies. Experience of working in a health or social work setting is essential and experience of assessment and care management is desirable. A good working knowledge of Self-Directed Support would be beneficial.

You will need to have excellent communication, assessment, analytical and co-ordination skills. You will also need to be able to work under your own initiative and prioritise your work accordingly. You will have knowledge of the major themes which are relevant to health and social work services, and an awareness of the functional impact of old age, ill health and disability. You will be expected to practice in accordance with legislation, in particular the Social Care (Self Directed Support) (Scotland) Act 2013 and the Adult Support and Protection (Scotland) Act 2007. You will be committed to evidence-based practice and in return, you will receive good support, regular supervision and opportunities for development.

A Dip/SW/CQSW/CSS qualification or equivalent is essential as is registration with the Scottish Social Services Council. A current driving licence is an essential requirement of this post. However, if you have a disability which precludes you from holding a driving licence, consideration will be given if alternative transport can be arranged.

This post is considered as Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. From 28 February 2011, preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG scheme update check prior to formal offer of employment being made by Dumfries and Galloway Council.

Applicants who have been resident outside the UK within the last 5 years, if offered a position, in addition to a Disclosure Scotland Check, will be required to provide a completed police record check from the police authority in the country or countries in which they were resident.

With an exciting benefits package, working for Dumfries and Galloway Council supports you to invest in your own health and wellbeing. Employees have access to our bespoke Vivup platform with over 800 discounts on everyday essentials from top UK retailers, restaurants, utility providers and more. Employees also get access to exclusive discounts from local businesses, a Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support from My Money Matters, and guidance from our trained Wellbeing Champions.

Here at Dumfries and Galloway Council we are committed to equality, diversity and equal opportunity with our values, which include treating everyone with dignity, fairness and respect, driving us to tackle inequality. We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation.

For further information please contact Elaine Hastings, Social Work Team Manager, Home Teams on 030 33 33 3001 or Elaine.Hastings@dumgal.gov.uk