Social Worker - Children Services (Grade 9)

Who You Are

You are a dedicated and skilled social worker capable of working within the boundaries of delegated responsibility, adhering to current legislation, and aligning with Social Services policies and procedures. You have the ability to manage a caseload, work towards handling complex cases, and contribute to the development of best practices within your team.

What the Job Involves

The role involves managing a caseload along with administrative tasks effectively. You will act on referrals, empower service users and carers, and ensure person-centered interventions. The job requires conducting assessments, constructing care plans, attending court, and creating reports. You'll work in partnership with health professionals, support the development of new social workers, participate in service delivery planning, and monitor the implementation of plans. The role also includes contributing to team development, sharing knowledge of child protection, and promoting user and carer involvement.

Skills

• Managing caseload efficiently
• Conducting and coordinating assessments
• Effective report writing
• Partnership working with professionals
• Team and project contribution
• Child protection understanding
• Support new social workers' development
• Strong communication and empowerment skills
• Administrative and organizational proficiency
• Commitment to personal and professional development