At a Glance
- Tasks: Support vulnerable adults and their carers in accessing services and maintaining independence.
- Company: Walsall Council, dedicated to improving community wellbeing.
- Benefits: Competitive pay of £18/hour, hybrid working, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Join a multi-disciplinary team in a dynamic environment focused on community support.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while gaining valuable experience in social care.
- Qualifications: Experience with vulnerable adults, strong communication skills, and knowledge of safeguarding practices.
The predicted salary is between 18 - 18 £ per hour.
Location: Walsall Council
Rate of pay: £18ph PAYE
Working Pattern: 37 hours
Working Structure: Hybrid - 2 mandatory days in the office (Walsall work on a 3 monthly rotation across all areas of the team, so for 3 months in every 12 workers may be based at the acute setting, this will require office based 5 days a week for that period only)
Duration: 3 Months
Essential requirements: Enhanced DBS (Adults & Childrens Barred List) & Driver
About the Role
You will work as part of a multi-skilled team responsible for meeting the assessment, care management and support needs of vulnerable adults and their carers. The role focuses on enabling individuals to exercise choice, maintain independence and access appropriate community resources, while promoting health, wellbeing, and person-centred outcomes. You will contribute to assessments, support planning and care management activities in line with legislation, including the Mental Capacity Act, and Council policies.
What We're Looking For:
- Experience or strong understanding of working with vulnerable adults and carers within a health or social care setting
- Knowledge of person-centred approaches, self-directed support and promoting independence
- Ability to communicate effectively with service users, families, carers and professionals
- Understanding of safeguarding, equality, diversity and anti-discriminatory practice
- Awareness of the Mental Capacity Act and its application in practice
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage casework and maintain accurate records
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team and alongside community agencies
- Competence in using IT systems for record-keeping and communication
- Flexible, proactive approach with a commitment to professional development
Key Responsibilities:
- Contribute to assessments and support planning to enable individuals and carers to make informed decisions and access appropriate services
- Facilitate the assessment of needs for vulnerable adults and carers, including contributing to more complex or specialist assessments
- Support individuals to maintain health, wellbeing, independence, choice and control, considering mental capacity at all times
- Undertake allocated care management duties in line with policies and procedures
- Build effective, person-centred relationships with service users and their families/carers
- Work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams and partner agencies to coordinate support and access to community resources
- Identify needs for assistive equipment and arrange provision, including referrals for specialist assessments where appropriate (following training)
Social Work Social Care Facilitator Walsall, West Midlands Up to £18 / hour employer: Oaksec
At Opus People Solutions, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values collaboration and professional growth. As a Social Care Facilitator in Walsall, you will benefit from a competitive pay rate, flexible hybrid working arrangements, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of vulnerable adults and their carers. Our commitment to employee development ensures that you will have access to training and resources that enhance your skills and career progression within the social care sector.
