This social worker post sits in the Adult Care community wellbeing team covering Boston and Skegness, within Lincolnshire County Council. The work centres on Care Act needs assessments, care and support planning and safeguarding enquiries for adults with differing needs, with the caseload supervised by a Level 2 Social Worker or Advanced Practitioner. The role emphasises strengths-based practice, multi-agency working across health and care, and some travel outside the county, with home or remote working available. Current Social Work England registration is required, and the post is subject to a criminal record check.
What the job involves
- Manage a caseload with supervision and advice from a Level 2 Social Worker or Advanced Practitioner, and be accountable for your own professional practice
- Undertake needs assessments under the Care Act 2014 using a strengths-based approach
- Assess, plan, implement and review care and support packages
- Contribute to and undertake safeguarding enquiries with specialist colleagues, in line with Lincolnshire safeguarding policy
- Construct value for money care packages with individuals, carers and agencies within eligibility criteria
- Identify non-eligible and non-social care needs, offer information and advice, and work with partners on wider needs
- Help people, families, carers and communities make informed choices and contribute to service planning
- Meet identified needs through informal support and public, private and voluntary sector resources
- Research available resources and services, reporting any gaps in provision
- Maintain case notes and records, write reports, and give evidence in court in care proceedings where required
- Provide advice and support to other Adult Care practitioners on their cases
- Operate within the delegated budget support mechanisms and Adult Care policies and procedures
What’s required
Qualifications
- Professional qualification as a Social Worker
Registration & licences
- Current Social Work England registration
Skills & knowledge
- Knowledge of legislation underpinning statutory Adult Care practice
Checks & eligibility
- Criminal record check
Other
- Demonstrable commitment to continuous professional development
What’s offered
- Retirement plans and pension
- Health and wellbeing benefits
- Flexible working, including home or remote working
- Learning and development, including formal qualifications, coaching and structured programmes
- Support for work-life balance
- Financial security benefits
- Benefits package set out in an attached brochure
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
