At a Glance
- Tasks: Support adults in need through assessments and tailored care planning.
- Company: Trafford Council, committed to equal opportunities and community support.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly rate and the chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for professional growth and collaboration.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team and advocate for vulnerable adults in your community.
- Qualifications: Social work experience and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 30 - 30 £ per hour.
Our client Trafford Council is looking for an Adults Social Worker to join their Community team.
Main Priorities
As a social worker in Trafford you will provide social work support, strength-based assessment, tailored support planning and reviews for adults in line with the Care Act 2014.
Key Responsibilities
- Assessing the care and support needs of adults/carers within a range of settings and planning in partnership with them specific objectives for meeting those needs.
- Complete capacity assessments and when required Best Interest Meetings/decisions in line with the Mental Capacity Act 2005.
- Support adults who may lack capacity to consent to their accommodation and care needs, to apply to the Court of Protection for authorisation of any deprivation of liberty.
- Manage a caseload providing a social work service to people with care and support needs, which will include adults at risk of harm and neglect.
- Carry out assessments as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Liaise with other Social Service professionals, health professionals and partner agencies.
- Undertake administration (including keeping of appropriate up-to-date records) and management of personal workload providing statistical information as required.
- Advocate on behalf of adults with a view to resolving areas of conflict.
- Contribute as required to working and project groups supporting the development and improving services.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit.
Adults Social Worker - Community in Trafford employer: remedyrecruitmentgroup
Trafford Council is an exceptional employer for Adults Social Workers, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises professional development and community impact. With a focus on strength-based assessments and tailored support planning, employees are empowered to make meaningful contributions to the lives of adults in need. Located in Trafford, England, the council provides a collaborative environment where social workers can thrive, engage with multi-disciplinary teams, and advocate for vulnerable populations while enjoying competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.
