Childrens Senior SW - Family Help
Lewisham Council
Role
Who You Are
A dedicated and experienced Senior Social Worker with a strong background in social work. You have a proven track record of providing high-quality support and services to individuals and families. Your passion for making a positive impact in the community is matched by your excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
What the job involves
As a Senior Social Worker in the Families Help and Care program, you will be part of a co-located multi-disciplinary team. You'll undertake comprehensive assessments and work with families to determine their need for statutory intervention or community-based support. Responsibilities include screening contacts, completing triage work, visiting families for assessments, and coordinating support. This role emphasizes a strength-based approach and involves making sound professional judgments about risk and need.
Skills
- Degree in Social Work or related field
- Experience in Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hubs (MASH)
- Comprehensive assessment expertise
- Strong social work principles and ethics
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making
- Organisational and time management skills
- Collaborative team working
- Commitment to professional development