Social Worker- Duty & Assessment - "Outstanding Ofsted" -£42 p/hr
NonStop Care is currently working with a "Outstanding Ofsted" local authority on the Outskirts of West London who are looking for an experienced social worker to their R&A team.
They offer the opportunity to work from home, giving you the opportunity to travel less and spend more time working on your caseload which will lead to greater job satisfaction
The role includes carrying out adult social care financial assessments to ascertain how much someone can contribute towards their care, gather financial details and expenditure, dealing with queries in writing and over the 'phone, liaising with several departments within the Local Authority and external agencies.
This is for 3 x full time posts on the Adult Social Care Financial Assessment Team.
Advising the service user what benefits they maybe entitled to and if a deferred payment arrangement applies.
Do you work with service users and carers and seek to enhance their problem solving capabilities in a way that support maximum independence and choice ?
Do you support Adult Social Work Services ?
We are proud to be the first tier supplier into Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council, we will provide you with unique opportunities first and keep you informed of all QSW assignments.
Undertake assessments, support planning, identification of resources and reviews in order to assist in maintaining the independence of adult social care service users.
General
Rate of Pay - £19 - £23 per hour - Higher rates can be negotiated for more experienced candidates.
Telford & Wrekin Council are seeking an experienced and qualified Social Worker to join their Duty & Assessment Team.
The role requires the ability to demonstrate expert and effective practice in complex situations, assessing and managing higher levels of risk while promoting enablement and self-determination.
The successful candidate will manage a complex and varied caseload, leading on complex assessments and providing evidence as necessary in court proceedings.