Social Worker (HAY BD B)

Who You Are

You are a dedicated social worker who is passionate about working with children, young people, and their families/carers. You are responsible, proactive, and capable of leading assessments to identify strengths, vulnerabilities, developmental needs, and risks. You work well independently and are comfortable organising and managing your workload under the supervision of a team manager.

What the job involves

This social worker role involves planning and guiding comprehensive assessments for children, youths, and their families to create strategies, services, and interventions that address needs and reduce risks. Key responsibilities include:

• Leading inclusive assessments within the Nottinghamshire practice framework
• Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and departmental policies
• Maintaining accurate records and writing necessary reports
• Collaborating effectively with children, families, and various agencies
• Modeling a strengths-based approach in practice
• Participating in team meetings, supervision, and service development
• Encouraging professional growth and offering mentoring support
• Upholding health and safety, and promoting equal opportunities

Skills

• Strong assessment and planning capabilities
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Proficient in managing workloads independently
• Understanding of legislation, policies, and procedures
• Commitment to continual professional development
• Mentoring and leadership potential
• Basic competency with technology and compliance practices