Remedy Recruitment Group are currently on the lookout for a Mental Health Social Worker based in South East London. The successful candidate will have: - experience of adult mental health casework in a community mental health setting - strong assessment and engagement skills - knowledge of clinical and social issues and the management of risk in relation to mental health service-users - experience of working within the statutory framework of the CA 2014, MHA 1983 and MCA 2005. - the ability to manage a caseload in an integrated multi-disciplinary service undertaking longer-term casework and care coordination. - experience of carrying out a range of assessments and interventions including adult safeguarding. You will need to be: SWE registered Eligible to work in the UK Why Choose Remedy? Competitive pay rates Access to exclusive roles that aren't available from other agencies 1st tier agency Up to 250 for each social work professional you refer to us who we place
May 18, 2024
Seasonal
Remedy Recruitment Group are currently on the lookout for a Mental Health Social Worker based in South East London. The successful candidate will have: - experience of adult mental health casework in a community mental health setting - strong assessment and engagement skills - knowledge of clinical and social issues and the management of risk in relation to mental health service-users - experience of working within the statutory framework of the CA 2014, MHA 1983 and MCA 2005. - the ability to manage a caseload in an integrated multi-disciplinary service undertaking longer-term casework and care coordination. - experience of carrying out a range of assessments and interventions including adult safeguarding. You will need to be: SWE registered Eligible to work in the UK Why Choose Remedy? Competitive pay rates Access to exclusive roles that aren't available from other agencies 1st tier agency Up to 250 for each social work professional you refer to us who we place
We currently have three fantastic opportunities for full time (37.5 hours) Assistant Support Workers at our supported living service in Lord Alexander House. We are looking for caring, enthusiastic and resilient people who enjoy helping others and seeing the difference their support can make to enable individuals to lead independent and fulfilling lives. Based in the heart of Hemel Hempstead, near shops and local amenities you will work alongside a small dedicated and supportive team providing support for people with mental health concerns. Each tenant has their own self-contained purpose built flat and we provide 24 hour outreach via access to emergency phone support. As an Assistant Support Worker you will; Provide appropriate support to service users who are living in their own homes or in a supported housing setting to enable them to support their aspirations and maximise their independence. You will not be providing personal care but your role will involve promoting life skills such as shopping, managing budgets and supporting with domestic tasks such as cooking and cleaning. Build long lasting support relationships with people who will benefit from you "being the difference". Follow agreed support plans and risk assessments to ensure that we are providing a service that meets each individual s needs. About You; You do not need sector experience as we provide a structured induction, comprehensive training and on the job support to enable you to excel within your role and you will have the opportunity to gain an accredited vocational qualification as well as gain experience and exposure to the wider care support Hightown offers. We are looking for passionate people who care about others and have a can-do, common sense attitude to their life and who are driven by the desire to make a difference to real lives. You will have the ability to recognise the wishes and needs of vulnerable adults and communicate effectively using different methods according to peoples needs. Additionally you will also be able to: Work shifts as part of a rota system which will include weekend and bank holiday working Perform at least one sleep in per week as part of your shift (allowance of 51.78 paid) Work as part of a team to deliver an excellent service to the people we support Be flexible in your approach to work and demonstrate resilience in a challenging, but rewarding environment Have a commitment to equality and diversity and take a positive approach to supporting people with mental disabilities It is also essential that you hold a full UK driving licence and are happy to do sleep-ins (minimum one per week) . About Us At Hightown, we re a charitable housing association that builds homes and supports people. We provide affordable homes and a wide range of care and supported housing services across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire. Our aim is to deliver demonstrable social value and impact in all of our activities. Hightown Benefits; In return for your hard work and commitment, we offer a benefits package which includes: Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service 23,400 pa for a 37.5 hour a week contract We make sleep in payments of at least 51.78 (in addition to your basic pay) Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary Mileage paid for car usage Fully paid DBS Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance Monthly attendance bonus and annual salary and cost of living review Ongoing professional development and training to help you deliver outstanding support Refer-a-friend scheme: Earn a 130 bonus for each friend you refer to work for us Employee assistance helpline Unfortunately at this time Hightown Housing Association cannot offer visa sponsorship and all applicants will need to demonstrate the right to work in the UK. All applicant's will be able to work a full time shift (37.5 hours) at this time we do not have part time roles available at Lord Alexander House. If you are interested in joining our friendly team, please download the job description and click apply below. To stay safe in your job search we recommend that you visit SAFERjobs, a non-profit, joint industry and law enforcement organisation working to combat job scams. Visit the SAFERjobs website for information on common scams and to get free, expert advice for a safer job search. We are an Equal Opportunities & Disability Confident Employer.
May 18, 2024
Full time
We currently have three fantastic opportunities for full time (37.5 hours) Assistant Support Workers at our supported living service in Lord Alexander House. We are looking for caring, enthusiastic and resilient people who enjoy helping others and seeing the difference their support can make to enable individuals to lead independent and fulfilling lives. Based in the heart of Hemel Hempstead, near shops and local amenities you will work alongside a small dedicated and supportive team providing support for people with mental health concerns. Each tenant has their own self-contained purpose built flat and we provide 24 hour outreach via access to emergency phone support. As an Assistant Support Worker you will; Provide appropriate support to service users who are living in their own homes or in a supported housing setting to enable them to support their aspirations and maximise their independence. You will not be providing personal care but your role will involve promoting life skills such as shopping, managing budgets and supporting with domestic tasks such as cooking and cleaning. Build long lasting support relationships with people who will benefit from you "being the difference". Follow agreed support plans and risk assessments to ensure that we are providing a service that meets each individual s needs. About You; You do not need sector experience as we provide a structured induction, comprehensive training and on the job support to enable you to excel within your role and you will have the opportunity to gain an accredited vocational qualification as well as gain experience and exposure to the wider care support Hightown offers. We are looking for passionate people who care about others and have a can-do, common sense attitude to their life and who are driven by the desire to make a difference to real lives. You will have the ability to recognise the wishes and needs of vulnerable adults and communicate effectively using different methods according to peoples needs. Additionally you will also be able to: Work shifts as part of a rota system which will include weekend and bank holiday working Perform at least one sleep in per week as part of your shift (allowance of 51.78 paid) Work as part of a team to deliver an excellent service to the people we support Be flexible in your approach to work and demonstrate resilience in a challenging, but rewarding environment Have a commitment to equality and diversity and take a positive approach to supporting people with mental disabilities It is also essential that you hold a full UK driving licence and are happy to do sleep-ins (minimum one per week) . About Us At Hightown, we re a charitable housing association that builds homes and supports people. We provide affordable homes and a wide range of care and supported housing services across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire. Our aim is to deliver demonstrable social value and impact in all of our activities. Hightown Benefits; In return for your hard work and commitment, we offer a benefits package which includes: Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service 23,400 pa for a 37.5 hour a week contract We make sleep in payments of at least 51.78 (in addition to your basic pay) Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary Mileage paid for car usage Fully paid DBS Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance Monthly attendance bonus and annual salary and cost of living review Ongoing professional development and training to help you deliver outstanding support Refer-a-friend scheme: Earn a 130 bonus for each friend you refer to work for us Employee assistance helpline Unfortunately at this time Hightown Housing Association cannot offer visa sponsorship and all applicants will need to demonstrate the right to work in the UK. All applicant's will be able to work a full time shift (37.5 hours) at this time we do not have part time roles available at Lord Alexander House. If you are interested in joining our friendly team, please download the job description and click apply below. To stay safe in your job search we recommend that you visit SAFERjobs, a non-profit, joint industry and law enforcement organisation working to combat job scams. Visit the SAFERjobs website for information on common scams and to get free, expert advice for a safer job search. We are an Equal Opportunities & Disability Confident Employer.
Homeless Support Worker Salary: 24,004.50 Location: Nuneaton Shift Pattern: 37.5 hours Monday to Friday 9am-5pm Essential - you will not be considered for this position should you not hold a UK Driving Licence Are you looking for a new role that will give you variety and a sense of achievement? I am looking for a Homeless Support Worker who has a background in supporting adults who are homeless and living on the streets, or at risk of becoming homeless, and I want to hear from YOU today! I am working with a fantastic client who specialise in delivering homes, services, and innovation for some of the most disadvantaged communities across the country. They aim to provide the very best service, and they would love your help in continuing that process. Salary and Benefits For your hard work and commitment, you will be paid a salary of 24,004.50, and a very desirable employee package which includes; enhanced annual leave of 35 days, enhanced sickness pay based on your length of service, flexibility surrounding hybrid working, access to our National Wellbeing Lead and Wellbeing Champions, Employee Assistance Programme, team initiatives, pay-care employee benefits service, personal development, optional overtime, refer a friend scheme, passion about EDI strategies, work place pension, social media posts to celebrate achievements, and much more! Overview of the Role I am looking for a full-time Homeless Support Worker. You will be supporting those have been out on the street and sleeping rough. To support individuals who have been rough sleeping to move away from the streets into settled and secure accommodation. Delivering person centred support to service users, enabling them to secure suitable accommodation and to meet their immediate needs, enabling them to live a more sustainable and fulfilling life. Key Responsibilities Promote independence Encourage positivity and healthy lifestyles Deal with cases of complex needs, drug and alcohol abuse & mental health Work alongside a range of other companies in order to support individuals Support with tenancy management Support service users accessing the correct benefits Ensuring properties are properly managed Is your current role related? Criminal Justice, Police, Prison & Probation, Children & Young People s services - if you work with ex-offenders, or supporting those at risk of re-offending, or if you work with young people or young adults who have experience of gang violence, or are care leavers, please do apply! If you want to help make a difference to service users and also your career, click apply now!
May 18, 2024
Full time
Homeless Support Worker Salary: 24,004.50 Location: Nuneaton Shift Pattern: 37.5 hours Monday to Friday 9am-5pm Essential - you will not be considered for this position should you not hold a UK Driving Licence Are you looking for a new role that will give you variety and a sense of achievement? I am looking for a Homeless Support Worker who has a background in supporting adults who are homeless and living on the streets, or at risk of becoming homeless, and I want to hear from YOU today! I am working with a fantastic client who specialise in delivering homes, services, and innovation for some of the most disadvantaged communities across the country. They aim to provide the very best service, and they would love your help in continuing that process. Salary and Benefits For your hard work and commitment, you will be paid a salary of 24,004.50, and a very desirable employee package which includes; enhanced annual leave of 35 days, enhanced sickness pay based on your length of service, flexibility surrounding hybrid working, access to our National Wellbeing Lead and Wellbeing Champions, Employee Assistance Programme, team initiatives, pay-care employee benefits service, personal development, optional overtime, refer a friend scheme, passion about EDI strategies, work place pension, social media posts to celebrate achievements, and much more! Overview of the Role I am looking for a full-time Homeless Support Worker. You will be supporting those have been out on the street and sleeping rough. To support individuals who have been rough sleeping to move away from the streets into settled and secure accommodation. Delivering person centred support to service users, enabling them to secure suitable accommodation and to meet their immediate needs, enabling them to live a more sustainable and fulfilling life. Key Responsibilities Promote independence Encourage positivity and healthy lifestyles Deal with cases of complex needs, drug and alcohol abuse & mental health Work alongside a range of other companies in order to support individuals Support with tenancy management Support service users accessing the correct benefits Ensuring properties are properly managed Is your current role related? Criminal Justice, Police, Prison & Probation, Children & Young People s services - if you work with ex-offenders, or supporting those at risk of re-offending, or if you work with young people or young adults who have experience of gang violence, or are care leavers, please do apply! If you want to help make a difference to service users and also your career, click apply now!
Qualified Social Worker - Merton - Adults Long Term Support Team Duties: 1. To undertake reviews of adults in accordance with the Care Act 2014 2. To undertake casework duties in relation to cases allocated by Team managers, within the policies of the Department. This duty includes the maintaining of up-to-date and adequate paper and IT based case records. 3. To undertake the specific duties, as assigned to their relevant professional group under any relevant legislation, and such additional duties as may be directed by the Head of Service. 4. To identify areas of risk and complete risk assessments in line with the Merton Care Management Procedures. 5. To keep people safe by working to the agenda of the Safeguarding Adults Board including carrying out enquiries, employing the principle of making safeguarding personal, and contributing to quality assurance in safeguarding. 6. To ensure that quality and value for money services are commissioned to meet identified needs and that services purchased comply with Corporate and Departmental standing orders and good practice guidelines. . 7. Provide statistical information as required and to co-operate in research projects where appropriate in consultation with the Team Manager/Service Manager. Benefits in this role: Supportive team and management Flexible working available Long term contract Progression opportunities Your main responsibilities include: Hold and effectively manage a complex and varied caseload with appropriate supervision, guidance, and support, reflecting the function of the team and the Vulnerable People Service in accordance with policy, procedures, guidance and legislation. Undertake work within legislative frameworks including the preparation of written statements and representations to the judiciary at Court hearings. You will be accountable for complex decision making in relation to caseloads ensuring professional judgement, service user involvement, needs led assessment, critical reflection, and analysis to inform this. You will identify and assess levels of risk and need (within statutory frameworks) in often complex situations. Undertake safeguarding investigations and deliver protective and/or supportive services for individuals at risk and maintain up to date assessments, care plans and reviews. You will be preparing statements of need/care and support plans, in consultation with other agencies as appropriate, that reflect the wishes of the individual and lead to the commissioning of personalised packages of care. You will undertake direct work with adults and their families in line with care plans. You will work co-operatively with both internal and external colleagues across multi - agency boundaries. Essential requirements: Social Work England registration Eligible to work in the UK 2 years+ post-qualified experience Degree level or equivalent in Social Work Benefits of working with Remedy A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant. Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs. Referral bonus - up to 250 per person placed. Double payrolls each week.
May 18, 2024
Contractor
Qualified Social Worker - Merton - Adults Long Term Support Team Duties: 1. To undertake reviews of adults in accordance with the Care Act 2014 2. To undertake casework duties in relation to cases allocated by Team managers, within the policies of the Department. This duty includes the maintaining of up-to-date and adequate paper and IT based case records. 3. To undertake the specific duties, as assigned to their relevant professional group under any relevant legislation, and such additional duties as may be directed by the Head of Service. 4. To identify areas of risk and complete risk assessments in line with the Merton Care Management Procedures. 5. To keep people safe by working to the agenda of the Safeguarding Adults Board including carrying out enquiries, employing the principle of making safeguarding personal, and contributing to quality assurance in safeguarding. 6. To ensure that quality and value for money services are commissioned to meet identified needs and that services purchased comply with Corporate and Departmental standing orders and good practice guidelines. . 7. Provide statistical information as required and to co-operate in research projects where appropriate in consultation with the Team Manager/Service Manager. Benefits in this role: Supportive team and management Flexible working available Long term contract Progression opportunities Your main responsibilities include: Hold and effectively manage a complex and varied caseload with appropriate supervision, guidance, and support, reflecting the function of the team and the Vulnerable People Service in accordance with policy, procedures, guidance and legislation. Undertake work within legislative frameworks including the preparation of written statements and representations to the judiciary at Court hearings. You will be accountable for complex decision making in relation to caseloads ensuring professional judgement, service user involvement, needs led assessment, critical reflection, and analysis to inform this. You will identify and assess levels of risk and need (within statutory frameworks) in often complex situations. Undertake safeguarding investigations and deliver protective and/or supportive services for individuals at risk and maintain up to date assessments, care plans and reviews. You will be preparing statements of need/care and support plans, in consultation with other agencies as appropriate, that reflect the wishes of the individual and lead to the commissioning of personalised packages of care. You will undertake direct work with adults and their families in line with care plans. You will work co-operatively with both internal and external colleagues across multi - agency boundaries. Essential requirements: Social Work England registration Eligible to work in the UK 2 years+ post-qualified experience Degree level or equivalent in Social Work Benefits of working with Remedy A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant. Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs. Referral bonus - up to 250 per person placed. Double payrolls each week.
Interim Team Manager Location: Ealing - W5 Application Deadline: 19 May 2024 Salary: £38,100 per annum Region: Ealing Job Summary An exciting opportunity to join Certitude as an Interim Team Manager in Ealing as we continue to grow as London's leading adult social care provider.Salary: £38,100 per annumHours: 37.5 hoursJob Type: Fixed Term - Full Time - 6 MonthsLocation: Ealing, W5 About the role As the Team Manager, you will be responsible for leading a team, who provide support to people with a range of low to high support needs.Duties will include:- Actively lead the team's development by actively coaching and training colleagues in person centred support practices and approaches- Carry out regular 121s, team meetings and annual reviews with all team members, giving and acting on received feedback and identified development needs- Effectively manage risks of the people we support through ensuring team members understand what is important to the individual(s)- To use information technology to undertake a range of administrative tasks and to follow procedural guidelines and complete appropriate documentation in required formats and to compile detailed written reports About you To be a Team Manager, the following are essential: - Experience of supporting people with a learning disability or mental ill health.- Track record of enabling choice and control to be a reality for people with learning disabilities or mental health.- Experience of leading teams to embed person centred working.- Understand the challenges that are likely to be faced by many people with disabilities or mental health. About the Organisation We have a passion for life and make it our mission to support people in living the life they desire, whatever that may be. We care about the people we support and the work we do, and we would love for you to join us at Certitude.Read more about us on our website and visit our work for us page. You can also learn about us through our Values and Behaviours.Do you want to be a Team Manager at Certitude? Select the apply button shown, complete an application form and someone from the Recruitment Team will be in touch!All our posts are subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure as well as a full employment history and employment references. We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We reserve the right to close vacancies before the date stated when we have received sufficient applications from which to make a shortlist. You are advised to submit your completed application form as soon as possible to have the best chance of being considered. Team, Manager, Leader, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, Learning Disabilities, Social Care, Voluntary Sector, Mental Health Worker, Healthcare Assistant, Care Staff, Community Development, Care Worker, Vulnerable People, Social Worker, Not for Profit, NFP, Camden, Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham, Harrow, Hillingdon, Hounslow, Kensington & Chelsea, Richmond, Westminster.This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.
May 18, 2024
Full time
Interim Team Manager Location: Ealing - W5 Application Deadline: 19 May 2024 Salary: £38,100 per annum Region: Ealing Job Summary An exciting opportunity to join Certitude as an Interim Team Manager in Ealing as we continue to grow as London's leading adult social care provider.Salary: £38,100 per annumHours: 37.5 hoursJob Type: Fixed Term - Full Time - 6 MonthsLocation: Ealing, W5 About the role As the Team Manager, you will be responsible for leading a team, who provide support to people with a range of low to high support needs.Duties will include:- Actively lead the team's development by actively coaching and training colleagues in person centred support practices and approaches- Carry out regular 121s, team meetings and annual reviews with all team members, giving and acting on received feedback and identified development needs- Effectively manage risks of the people we support through ensuring team members understand what is important to the individual(s)- To use information technology to undertake a range of administrative tasks and to follow procedural guidelines and complete appropriate documentation in required formats and to compile detailed written reports About you To be a Team Manager, the following are essential: - Experience of supporting people with a learning disability or mental ill health.- Track record of enabling choice and control to be a reality for people with learning disabilities or mental health.- Experience of leading teams to embed person centred working.- Understand the challenges that are likely to be faced by many people with disabilities or mental health. About the Organisation We have a passion for life and make it our mission to support people in living the life they desire, whatever that may be. We care about the people we support and the work we do, and we would love for you to join us at Certitude.Read more about us on our website and visit our work for us page. You can also learn about us through our Values and Behaviours.Do you want to be a Team Manager at Certitude? Select the apply button shown, complete an application form and someone from the Recruitment Team will be in touch!All our posts are subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure as well as a full employment history and employment references. We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We reserve the right to close vacancies before the date stated when we have received sufficient applications from which to make a shortlist. You are advised to submit your completed application form as soon as possible to have the best chance of being considered. Team, Manager, Leader, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, Learning Disabilities, Social Care, Voluntary Sector, Mental Health Worker, Healthcare Assistant, Care Staff, Community Development, Care Worker, Vulnerable People, Social Worker, Not for Profit, NFP, Camden, Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham, Harrow, Hillingdon, Hounslow, Kensington & Chelsea, Richmond, Westminster.This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.
Childrens Social Worker FAST- Norwich Job Description Childrens Social Worker Family Assessment and Safeguarding Team- Norwich Full and part time Salary up to £45,442 (pro rata for part time) plus financial rewards of: £2k welcome payment Up to £12,000 for continued service Up to £10K relocation package Who cares that the job of a child protection social worker can be tough? We do . WHO CARES? WE DO. Join us. We're recruiting social workers now at Norfolk County Council. TV AD - YouTube There couldn't be a better time to join Childrens Services at Norfolk County Council. Ofsted inspected our children services in November 2022 and published their report in January 2023. We are rated Good in all areas, following significant improvements, and the report recognised that we have transformed our children's services. Read Ofsted's Inspection of Norfolk Children's Services November 2022 report Key highlights from the latest report: Personal advisers and social workers have caseloads which 'enable them to build enduring and effective relationships with their young people and support them into adulthood'. Working in Norfolk you will be empowered to be tenacious and creative in using a range of tools and theoretical frameworks to help children through significant and traumatic experiences. Relationship-based partnership working is one of our strengths in Norfolk with an innovative system-wide approach to the delivery of services and a diverse range of multi-agency support services focused on building resilience and ensuring that needs are met quickly and at the lowest level. Our executive director of children's services (DCS) Sara Tough is an exemplary leader who champions the needs of children and young people with a strong senior management team who together provide continuity of management and strategic direction. In Norfolk we've invested millions to completely change our operating model and create the professional and emotional support around you that you need to do the job you trained for, to get the best outcomes for children and families, and to achieve a work-life balance that suits you. We're realistic about the challenges, but we're passionate about how we can support you to meet them, so you can enjoy the rewards social work has to offer. Our new operating model supports practitioners, with: Streamlined paperwork - so you can spend less time filling in forms and writing reports Two members of support staff for every social work team to reduce your admin Dedicated court work facilitators to support you Continuous development of the professionals that you as a case-holding social worker can call in to help you, including domestic abuse specialists, homebased support workers, substance misuse workers A Children's Advice and Duty Service (CADS) team to triage cases to the right teams, so you can focus on where you can make the biggest difference We're working towards aligning mental health practitioners more closely to our teams. We have already seen reduced contacts, referrals, and a big reduction in the number of assessments which do not lead to ongoing work. "The breadth and depth of circumstances you experience being a fast social worker means there is scope to either develop a specialism and pursue something you are interested in, or alternatively have a varied caseload. The FAST model means that you are able to work with children from the point of referral onward meaning you have the opportunity to work long term with families and form strong and consistent relationships with the children you work with. There is a good variety of work between assessment, long-term work and court work and as such you have the opportunity to develop your skills in a range of areas." Robyn, FAST Social Worker In addition to being a social worker registered with Social Work England, you will: Previous experience working within a children's social care environment (we have a supported programme if you have had a career break or have worked in a different sector). Completion of your AYSE A proven track record of excellent practice and a passion for improving the lives of children The ability to build effective professional relationships with families and other professionals In return we will offer you: A supportive team who cares about your wellbeing and professional development We offer flexible working arrangements including condensed four-day week working, nine-day fortnights and other options We offer a generous annual leave entitlement - plus the opportunity to purchase up to two weeks of additional annual leave through our salary sacrifice scheme We offer maternity, paternity and adoption pay and time off to support you as your family grows. There is an independently run nursery within the Norfolk County Council grounds which offers priority spaces to our employees We offer support if you care for relatives or friends who are older, disabled or seriously ill We are committed to promoting the health, safety and wellbeing of our social workers. We provide access to services that support your health and wellbeing, such as confidential counselling and advice, fast-track physiotherapy and NHS Health Checks for employees over 40 We have a great offer waiting for you, not to mention a great lifestyle in Norfolk to help you with your work life balance. All our office-based roles are currently working in a hybrid way between home and office as part of our Smarter Working plans and to support the health and safety of all our colleagues. We anticipate that working remotely will be a key feature of this role and your office base will be in Sprowston, Norwich. Our technology platform and equipment are first class, enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We ask that you have in place good Broadband connectivity. We are recruiting experienced social workers to our teams countywide. We'd love to tell you more about being a Social Worker in Norfolk! Please call Deborah our Recruitment Business Partner on or email Applications will be reviewed once submitted so please apply NOW! Job Description and Personal Specification Norfolk is a wonderful place to live and work. With our 90 miles of stunning coastline, seaside towns, our famous broads and not forgetting Norwich, a fine city rich with culture, history and diversity, our fabulous county has something to offer everyone, and it is a great place to bring your family! Living and working in Norfolk - Norfolk County Council We are committed to equality and inclusion and welcome applications irrespective of gender identity, disability, marital status, ethnic origin, age, pregnancy status, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We are proud to have achieved Carer Friendly Employer Status, Disability Confident Leader Status, the Employer Recognition Scheme award for the Armed Forces Covenant and to be one of the authorities piloting the workforce race equality standard (WRES). For qualified and experienced Social Workers (Grade J and above with 2 years' post qualified experience) new to Norfolk County Council in FAST For eligible service in FAST teams as a Level 2 or Senior Social Worker paid £3,000 after year one, £4,000 after year three and £5,000 after year five. (Pro rata basis for part time employees. Payments subject to tax, national insurance and pensionable) Applications will be reviewed as soon as they are submitted so don't delay - apply ASAP! About Us We have miles of beautiful coastline and our unique Broads, thriving market towns and a city with a proud cultural heritage. Our economy is growing and driven by innovation in a number of sectors, including energy and food. We also have ambitious plans for new housing and a building programme for schools across Norfolk. Our county a great place to live, work and visit, and is an excellent environment for businesses to start, grow and innovate. We are the main local authority for Norfolk providing services countywide to more than 850,000 Norfolk residents. We take the lead in critical policy areas, working with 84 elected Members responsible for the strategic local government services in the county. We provide a high quality service through involving people who use our services to shape and comment on them and by promoting efficiency and innovation. We work in partnership with local businesses, voluntary organisations and other local authorities such as District and Parish Councils to provide the people of Norfolk with excellent services.
May 18, 2024
Full time
Childrens Social Worker FAST- Norwich Job Description Childrens Social Worker Family Assessment and Safeguarding Team- Norwich Full and part time Salary up to £45,442 (pro rata for part time) plus financial rewards of: £2k welcome payment Up to £12,000 for continued service Up to £10K relocation package Who cares that the job of a child protection social worker can be tough? We do . WHO CARES? WE DO. Join us. We're recruiting social workers now at Norfolk County Council. TV AD - YouTube There couldn't be a better time to join Childrens Services at Norfolk County Council. Ofsted inspected our children services in November 2022 and published their report in January 2023. We are rated Good in all areas, following significant improvements, and the report recognised that we have transformed our children's services. Read Ofsted's Inspection of Norfolk Children's Services November 2022 report Key highlights from the latest report: Personal advisers and social workers have caseloads which 'enable them to build enduring and effective relationships with their young people and support them into adulthood'. Working in Norfolk you will be empowered to be tenacious and creative in using a range of tools and theoretical frameworks to help children through significant and traumatic experiences. Relationship-based partnership working is one of our strengths in Norfolk with an innovative system-wide approach to the delivery of services and a diverse range of multi-agency support services focused on building resilience and ensuring that needs are met quickly and at the lowest level. Our executive director of children's services (DCS) Sara Tough is an exemplary leader who champions the needs of children and young people with a strong senior management team who together provide continuity of management and strategic direction. In Norfolk we've invested millions to completely change our operating model and create the professional and emotional support around you that you need to do the job you trained for, to get the best outcomes for children and families, and to achieve a work-life balance that suits you. We're realistic about the challenges, but we're passionate about how we can support you to meet them, so you can enjoy the rewards social work has to offer. Our new operating model supports practitioners, with: Streamlined paperwork - so you can spend less time filling in forms and writing reports Two members of support staff for every social work team to reduce your admin Dedicated court work facilitators to support you Continuous development of the professionals that you as a case-holding social worker can call in to help you, including domestic abuse specialists, homebased support workers, substance misuse workers A Children's Advice and Duty Service (CADS) team to triage cases to the right teams, so you can focus on where you can make the biggest difference We're working towards aligning mental health practitioners more closely to our teams. We have already seen reduced contacts, referrals, and a big reduction in the number of assessments which do not lead to ongoing work. "The breadth and depth of circumstances you experience being a fast social worker means there is scope to either develop a specialism and pursue something you are interested in, or alternatively have a varied caseload. The FAST model means that you are able to work with children from the point of referral onward meaning you have the opportunity to work long term with families and form strong and consistent relationships with the children you work with. There is a good variety of work between assessment, long-term work and court work and as such you have the opportunity to develop your skills in a range of areas." Robyn, FAST Social Worker In addition to being a social worker registered with Social Work England, you will: Previous experience working within a children's social care environment (we have a supported programme if you have had a career break or have worked in a different sector). Completion of your AYSE A proven track record of excellent practice and a passion for improving the lives of children The ability to build effective professional relationships with families and other professionals In return we will offer you: A supportive team who cares about your wellbeing and professional development We offer flexible working arrangements including condensed four-day week working, nine-day fortnights and other options We offer a generous annual leave entitlement - plus the opportunity to purchase up to two weeks of additional annual leave through our salary sacrifice scheme We offer maternity, paternity and adoption pay and time off to support you as your family grows. There is an independently run nursery within the Norfolk County Council grounds which offers priority spaces to our employees We offer support if you care for relatives or friends who are older, disabled or seriously ill We are committed to promoting the health, safety and wellbeing of our social workers. We provide access to services that support your health and wellbeing, such as confidential counselling and advice, fast-track physiotherapy and NHS Health Checks for employees over 40 We have a great offer waiting for you, not to mention a great lifestyle in Norfolk to help you with your work life balance. All our office-based roles are currently working in a hybrid way between home and office as part of our Smarter Working plans and to support the health and safety of all our colleagues. We anticipate that working remotely will be a key feature of this role and your office base will be in Sprowston, Norwich. Our technology platform and equipment are first class, enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We ask that you have in place good Broadband connectivity. We are recruiting experienced social workers to our teams countywide. We'd love to tell you more about being a Social Worker in Norfolk! Please call Deborah our Recruitment Business Partner on or email Applications will be reviewed once submitted so please apply NOW! Job Description and Personal Specification Norfolk is a wonderful place to live and work. With our 90 miles of stunning coastline, seaside towns, our famous broads and not forgetting Norwich, a fine city rich with culture, history and diversity, our fabulous county has something to offer everyone, and it is a great place to bring your family! Living and working in Norfolk - Norfolk County Council We are committed to equality and inclusion and welcome applications irrespective of gender identity, disability, marital status, ethnic origin, age, pregnancy status, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We are proud to have achieved Carer Friendly Employer Status, Disability Confident Leader Status, the Employer Recognition Scheme award for the Armed Forces Covenant and to be one of the authorities piloting the workforce race equality standard (WRES). For qualified and experienced Social Workers (Grade J and above with 2 years' post qualified experience) new to Norfolk County Council in FAST For eligible service in FAST teams as a Level 2 or Senior Social Worker paid £3,000 after year one, £4,000 after year three and £5,000 after year five. (Pro rata basis for part time employees. Payments subject to tax, national insurance and pensionable) Applications will be reviewed as soon as they are submitted so don't delay - apply ASAP! About Us We have miles of beautiful coastline and our unique Broads, thriving market towns and a city with a proud cultural heritage. Our economy is growing and driven by innovation in a number of sectors, including energy and food. We also have ambitious plans for new housing and a building programme for schools across Norfolk. Our county a great place to live, work and visit, and is an excellent environment for businesses to start, grow and innovate. We are the main local authority for Norfolk providing services countywide to more than 850,000 Norfolk residents. We take the lead in critical policy areas, working with 84 elected Members responsible for the strategic local government services in the county. We provide a high quality service through involving people who use our services to shape and comment on them and by promoting efficiency and innovation. We work in partnership with local businesses, voluntary organisations and other local authorities such as District and Parish Councils to provide the people of Norfolk with excellent services.
Childrens Social Worker-FAST- Great Yarmouth Job Description Childrens Social Worker Family Assessment and Safeguarding Team- Great Yarmouth Full and part time Salary up to £45,442 (pro rata for part time) plus financial rewards of: £2k welcome payment Up to £12,000 for continued service Up to £10K relocation package Who cares that the job of a child protection social worker can be tough? We do . WHO CARES? WE DO. Join us. We're recruiting social workers now at Norfolk County Council. TV AD - YouTube There couldn't be a better time to join Childrens Services at Norfolk County Council. Ofsted inspected our children services in November 2022 and published their report in January 2023. We are rated Good in all areas, following significant improvements, and the report recognised that we have transformed our children's services. Read Ofsted's Inspection of Norfolk Children's Services November 2022 report Key highlights from the latest report: Personal advisers and social workers have caseloads which 'enable them to build enduring and effective relationships with their young people and support them into adulthood'. Working in Norfolk you will be empowered to be tenacious and creative in using a range of tools and theoretical frameworks to help children through significant and traumatic experiences. Relationship-based partnership working is one of our strengths in Norfolk with an innovative system-wide approach to the delivery of services and a diverse range of multi-agency support services focused on building resilience and ensuring that needs are met quickly and at the lowest level. Our executive director of children's services (DCS) Sara Tough is an exemplary leader who champions the needs of children and young people with a strong senior management team who together provide continuity of management and strategic direction. In Norfolk we've invested millions to completely change our operating model and create the professional and emotional support around you that you need to do the job you trained for, to get the best outcomes for children and families, and to achieve a work-life balance that suits you. We're realistic about the challenges, but we're passionate about how we can support you to meet them, so you can enjoy the rewards social work has to offer. Our new operating model supports practitioners, with: Streamlined paperwork - so you can spend less time filling in forms and writing reports Two members of support staff for every social work team to reduce your admin Dedicated court work facilitators to support you Continuous development of the professionals that you as a case-holding social worker can call in to help you, including domestic abuse specialists, homebased support workers, substance misuse workers A Children's Advice and Duty Service (CADS) team to triage cases to the right teams, so you can focus on where you can make the biggest difference We're working towards aligning mental health practitioners more closely to our teams. We have already seen reduced contacts, referrals, and a big reduction in the number of assessments which do not lead to ongoing work. "The breadth and depth of circumstances you experience being a fast social worker means there is scope to either develop a specialism and pursue something you are interested in, or alternatively have a varied caseload. The FAST model means that you are able to work with children from the point of referral onward meaning you have the opportunity to work long term with families and form strong and consistent relationships with the children you work with. There is a good variety of work between assessment, long-term work and court work and as such you have the opportunity to develop your skills in a range of areas." Robyn, FAST Social Worker In addition to being a social worker registered with Social Work England, you will: Previous experience working within a children's social care environment (we have a supported programme if you have had a career break or have worked in a different sector). Completion of your AYSE A proven track record of excellent practice and a passion for improving the lives of children The ability to build effective professional relationships with families and other professionals In return we will offer you: A supportive team who cares about your wellbeing and professional development We offer flexible working arrangements including condensed four-day week working, hybrid working, nine-day fortnights and other options We offer a generous annual leave entitlement - plus the opportunity to purchase up to two weeks of additional annual leave through our salary sacrifice scheme We offer maternity, paternity and adoption pay and time off to support you as your family grows. There is an independently run nursery within the Norfolk County Council grounds which offers priority spaces to our employees We offer support if you care for relatives or friends who are older, disabled or seriously ill We are committed to promoting the health, safety and wellbeing of our social workers. We provide access to services that support your health and wellbeing, such as confidential counselling and advice, fast-track physiotherapy and NHS Health Checks for employees over 40 We have a great offer waiting for you, not to mention a great lifestyle in Norfolk to help you with your work life balance. All our office-based roles are currently working in a hybrid way between home and office as part of our Smarter Working plans and to support the health and safety of all our colleagues. We anticipate that working remotely will be a key feature of this role and your office base will be in Sprowston, Norwich. Our technology platform and equipment are first class, enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We ask that you have in place good Broadband connectivity. We are recruiting experienced social workers to our teams countywide. We'd love to tell you more about being a Social Worker in Norfolk! Please call Deborah our Recruitment Business Partner on or email Applications will be reviewed once submitted so please apply NOW! Job Description and Personal Specification Great Yarmouth is a wonderful place to live and work, it is a large seaside market town with beautiful beaches, a lower than average cost of living and lots of things to do with the family. Norfolk 90 miles of stunning coastline, seaside towns, our famous broads and not forgetting Norwich, a fine city rich with culture, history and diversity, our fabulous county has something to offer everyone, and it is a great place to bring your family! Living and working in Norfolk - Norfolk County Council We are committed to equality and inclusion and welcome applications irrespective of gender identity, disability, marital status, ethnic origin, age, pregnancy status, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We are proud to have achieved Carer Friendly Employer Status, Disability Confident Leader Status, the Employer Recognition Scheme award for the Armed Forces Covenant and to be one of the authorities piloting the workforce race equality standard (WRES). For qualified and experienced Social Workers (Grade J and above with 2 years' post qualified experience) new to Norfolk County Council in FAST For eligible service in FAST teams as a Level 2 or Senior Social Worker paid £3,000 after year one, £4,000 after year three and £5,000 after year five. (Pro rata basis for part time employees. Payments subject to tax, national insurance and pensionable) Applications will be reviewed as soon as they are submitted so don't delay - apply ASAP! About Us We have miles of beautiful coastline and our unique Broads, thriving market towns and a city with a proud cultural heritage. Our economy is growing and driven by innovation in a number of sectors, including energy and food. We also have ambitious plans for new housing and a building programme for schools across Norfolk. Our county a great place to live, work and visit, and is an excellent environment for businesses to start, grow and innovate. We are the main local authority for Norfolk providing services countywide to more than 850,000 Norfolk residents. We take the lead in critical policy areas, working with 84 elected Members responsible for the strategic local government services in the county. We provide a high quality service through involving people who use our services to shape and comment on them and by promoting efficiency and innovation. We work in partnership with local businesses, voluntary organisations and other local authorities such as District and Parish Councils to provide the people of Norfolk with excellent services.
May 18, 2024
Full time
Childrens Social Worker-FAST- Great Yarmouth Job Description Childrens Social Worker Family Assessment and Safeguarding Team- Great Yarmouth Full and part time Salary up to £45,442 (pro rata for part time) plus financial rewards of: £2k welcome payment Up to £12,000 for continued service Up to £10K relocation package Who cares that the job of a child protection social worker can be tough? We do . WHO CARES? WE DO. Join us. We're recruiting social workers now at Norfolk County Council. TV AD - YouTube There couldn't be a better time to join Childrens Services at Norfolk County Council. Ofsted inspected our children services in November 2022 and published their report in January 2023. We are rated Good in all areas, following significant improvements, and the report recognised that we have transformed our children's services. Read Ofsted's Inspection of Norfolk Children's Services November 2022 report Key highlights from the latest report: Personal advisers and social workers have caseloads which 'enable them to build enduring and effective relationships with their young people and support them into adulthood'. Working in Norfolk you will be empowered to be tenacious and creative in using a range of tools and theoretical frameworks to help children through significant and traumatic experiences. Relationship-based partnership working is one of our strengths in Norfolk with an innovative system-wide approach to the delivery of services and a diverse range of multi-agency support services focused on building resilience and ensuring that needs are met quickly and at the lowest level. Our executive director of children's services (DCS) Sara Tough is an exemplary leader who champions the needs of children and young people with a strong senior management team who together provide continuity of management and strategic direction. In Norfolk we've invested millions to completely change our operating model and create the professional and emotional support around you that you need to do the job you trained for, to get the best outcomes for children and families, and to achieve a work-life balance that suits you. We're realistic about the challenges, but we're passionate about how we can support you to meet them, so you can enjoy the rewards social work has to offer. Our new operating model supports practitioners, with: Streamlined paperwork - so you can spend less time filling in forms and writing reports Two members of support staff for every social work team to reduce your admin Dedicated court work facilitators to support you Continuous development of the professionals that you as a case-holding social worker can call in to help you, including domestic abuse specialists, homebased support workers, substance misuse workers A Children's Advice and Duty Service (CADS) team to triage cases to the right teams, so you can focus on where you can make the biggest difference We're working towards aligning mental health practitioners more closely to our teams. We have already seen reduced contacts, referrals, and a big reduction in the number of assessments which do not lead to ongoing work. "The breadth and depth of circumstances you experience being a fast social worker means there is scope to either develop a specialism and pursue something you are interested in, or alternatively have a varied caseload. The FAST model means that you are able to work with children from the point of referral onward meaning you have the opportunity to work long term with families and form strong and consistent relationships with the children you work with. There is a good variety of work between assessment, long-term work and court work and as such you have the opportunity to develop your skills in a range of areas." Robyn, FAST Social Worker In addition to being a social worker registered with Social Work England, you will: Previous experience working within a children's social care environment (we have a supported programme if you have had a career break or have worked in a different sector). Completion of your AYSE A proven track record of excellent practice and a passion for improving the lives of children The ability to build effective professional relationships with families and other professionals In return we will offer you: A supportive team who cares about your wellbeing and professional development We offer flexible working arrangements including condensed four-day week working, hybrid working, nine-day fortnights and other options We offer a generous annual leave entitlement - plus the opportunity to purchase up to two weeks of additional annual leave through our salary sacrifice scheme We offer maternity, paternity and adoption pay and time off to support you as your family grows. There is an independently run nursery within the Norfolk County Council grounds which offers priority spaces to our employees We offer support if you care for relatives or friends who are older, disabled or seriously ill We are committed to promoting the health, safety and wellbeing of our social workers. We provide access to services that support your health and wellbeing, such as confidential counselling and advice, fast-track physiotherapy and NHS Health Checks for employees over 40 We have a great offer waiting for you, not to mention a great lifestyle in Norfolk to help you with your work life balance. All our office-based roles are currently working in a hybrid way between home and office as part of our Smarter Working plans and to support the health and safety of all our colleagues. We anticipate that working remotely will be a key feature of this role and your office base will be in Sprowston, Norwich. Our technology platform and equipment are first class, enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We ask that you have in place good Broadband connectivity. We are recruiting experienced social workers to our teams countywide. We'd love to tell you more about being a Social Worker in Norfolk! Please call Deborah our Recruitment Business Partner on or email Applications will be reviewed once submitted so please apply NOW! Job Description and Personal Specification Great Yarmouth is a wonderful place to live and work, it is a large seaside market town with beautiful beaches, a lower than average cost of living and lots of things to do with the family. Norfolk 90 miles of stunning coastline, seaside towns, our famous broads and not forgetting Norwich, a fine city rich with culture, history and diversity, our fabulous county has something to offer everyone, and it is a great place to bring your family! Living and working in Norfolk - Norfolk County Council We are committed to equality and inclusion and welcome applications irrespective of gender identity, disability, marital status, ethnic origin, age, pregnancy status, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We are proud to have achieved Carer Friendly Employer Status, Disability Confident Leader Status, the Employer Recognition Scheme award for the Armed Forces Covenant and to be one of the authorities piloting the workforce race equality standard (WRES). For qualified and experienced Social Workers (Grade J and above with 2 years' post qualified experience) new to Norfolk County Council in FAST For eligible service in FAST teams as a Level 2 or Senior Social Worker paid £3,000 after year one, £4,000 after year three and £5,000 after year five. (Pro rata basis for part time employees. Payments subject to tax, national insurance and pensionable) Applications will be reviewed as soon as they are submitted so don't delay - apply ASAP! About Us We have miles of beautiful coastline and our unique Broads, thriving market towns and a city with a proud cultural heritage. Our economy is growing and driven by innovation in a number of sectors, including energy and food. We also have ambitious plans for new housing and a building programme for schools across Norfolk. Our county a great place to live, work and visit, and is an excellent environment for businesses to start, grow and innovate. We are the main local authority for Norfolk providing services countywide to more than 850,000 Norfolk residents. We take the lead in critical policy areas, working with 84 elected Members responsible for the strategic local government services in the county. We provide a high quality service through involving people who use our services to shape and comment on them and by promoting efficiency and innovation. We work in partnership with local businesses, voluntary organisations and other local authorities such as District and Parish Councils to provide the people of Norfolk with excellent services.
Job Introduction At Turning Point, we support people with Learning Disabilities across England. We strive to constantly find ways to support more people to discover new possibilities in their lives. The quality of our support means everything to us. The people we work with inspire us and in turn we look for new ways to inspire change. We owe it to the people we work with to grow and shape the future, because we believe in what we do. We endeavour to create positive family relationships offering a good circle of support. There is a strong focus on supporting individuals' lives in a person-centred way which includes various activities, shopping, managing own budgets and cooking. We tailor our services to enable people to be as independent as possible. Female Only Support Workers wanted! Full-time contracts available Are you willing to advocate and be a voice for adults with learning disabilities? Do you want to work somewhere where every day is different? Are you flexible, adaptable and able to think on your feet in difficult situations? Do you have a passion for supporting people to live their lives to the fullest? Do you have excellent communication skills, the ability to read non-verbal cues and the understanding that all behaviour is communication? Are you able to banter, turn boring tasks into fun ones and laugh at yourself? If you have answered a big YES to these questions, we would love to hear from you. This is an opportunity to join our teams in Tameside who support 29 fantastic individuals in their own homes and out in the community. The people we support live with Autism, Learning Disabilities and Challenging Behaviours, and they require support and consistency with every aspect of their life. We are looking for Driver Only Support Workers, this must be a valid UK Manual Driver's License. Shifts: As this is a 24-hour service, you will be working a range of shift times, therefore flexibility is essential, and working hours can vary from service to service and can include sleep ins and working at the weekend. We use a digital social care record system, to support daily recording, which will make your day-to-day tasks easier and allows you to spend more time with the People We Support Role Responsibility This is a hands-on job in which no two days are the same. Your duties will include: Promoting the independence of the people we support Supporting a full range of daily activities including cleaning and cooking, days out or going away on holiday Developing residents' life skills and personal interests Assisting with personal care needs and manual handling Supporting people with medication Supporting people through their highs and lows with sensitivity and empathy Ensuring record keeping is maintained to the required standard at all times and contributing to service monitoring requirements. The level of care required will vary across our services. Some of the individuals we support are quite independent and just need assistance with daily activities; others require more assistance with personal care, medication, mobility and behaviours as well as these daily tasks. The Ideal Candidate Are you looking to make a difference to people's lives? Do you have a caring nature? Are you looking to make a difference to people's lives? Can you see yourself providing care to adults who need your support? People with learning disabilities will sometimes have multiple conditions that can create complex needs. These conditions mean that the person we support may present with a combination of needs that affect: - Mental health Ability to form and manage relationships Behaviours that challenge Physical appearance Physical health Sensory input Communication ability Cognitive ability Whilst knowledge of learning disabilities and complex needs would be beneficial, it isn't essential. What is essential is that you are: Passionate, caring, proactive and enthusiastic Emotionally Intelligent Ability to respond to supported people in a sensitive, empowering way. Patient, calm and non-judgemental A great team player with lots of energy Able to demonstrate good and adaptable communication skills, and deal with behaviours of concern Someone who can follow routines and guidelines that meet the needs of the people we support About us What Benefits Will I Receive? We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career - we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package that includes: Comprehensive learning and development opportunities so we can invest in your future - we're proud to have a silver accreditation from Investors in People. Choose from our range of courses to gain recognised qualifications 28 days' paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 30 days. Plus the option to buy additional holidays and spread the cost An exclusive discounts hub for TP colleagues, to help make your money go further - including high street shopping, pubs and restaurants, mobile phones, gym memberships, and much more. You'll also have access to the Blue Light Card, for even more discounts and savings! Flexible working solutions to support your work-life balance Life Assurance of up to 3x annual salary and a competitive Pension Scheme to support your savings and security Access to our Rightsteps Therapy service - free, confidential telephone based counselling sessions, access to an online wellbeing platform, and a Financial Education hub to support your total wellbeing A 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme including a Digital GP, legal advice and more - all free to you and your immediate family Recognition awards to recognise colleagues' inspirational work and dedication, as well as Long Service bonuses to celebrate your commitment to us Flexible benefit options including a Cycle to Work scheme and interest-free Season Ticket Loans A £300 bonus if you successfully refer a friend as a new colleague through our Refer a Friend scheme, as a thanks from us! Turning Point Attached documents 2022 SW Role Profile and Job expectations.pdf Apply
May 18, 2024
Full time
Job Introduction At Turning Point, we support people with Learning Disabilities across England. We strive to constantly find ways to support more people to discover new possibilities in their lives. The quality of our support means everything to us. The people we work with inspire us and in turn we look for new ways to inspire change. We owe it to the people we work with to grow and shape the future, because we believe in what we do. We endeavour to create positive family relationships offering a good circle of support. There is a strong focus on supporting individuals' lives in a person-centred way which includes various activities, shopping, managing own budgets and cooking. We tailor our services to enable people to be as independent as possible. Female Only Support Workers wanted! Full-time contracts available Are you willing to advocate and be a voice for adults with learning disabilities? Do you want to work somewhere where every day is different? Are you flexible, adaptable and able to think on your feet in difficult situations? Do you have a passion for supporting people to live their lives to the fullest? Do you have excellent communication skills, the ability to read non-verbal cues and the understanding that all behaviour is communication? Are you able to banter, turn boring tasks into fun ones and laugh at yourself? If you have answered a big YES to these questions, we would love to hear from you. This is an opportunity to join our teams in Tameside who support 29 fantastic individuals in their own homes and out in the community. The people we support live with Autism, Learning Disabilities and Challenging Behaviours, and they require support and consistency with every aspect of their life. We are looking for Driver Only Support Workers, this must be a valid UK Manual Driver's License. Shifts: As this is a 24-hour service, you will be working a range of shift times, therefore flexibility is essential, and working hours can vary from service to service and can include sleep ins and working at the weekend. We use a digital social care record system, to support daily recording, which will make your day-to-day tasks easier and allows you to spend more time with the People We Support Role Responsibility This is a hands-on job in which no two days are the same. Your duties will include: Promoting the independence of the people we support Supporting a full range of daily activities including cleaning and cooking, days out or going away on holiday Developing residents' life skills and personal interests Assisting with personal care needs and manual handling Supporting people with medication Supporting people through their highs and lows with sensitivity and empathy Ensuring record keeping is maintained to the required standard at all times and contributing to service monitoring requirements. The level of care required will vary across our services. Some of the individuals we support are quite independent and just need assistance with daily activities; others require more assistance with personal care, medication, mobility and behaviours as well as these daily tasks. The Ideal Candidate Are you looking to make a difference to people's lives? Do you have a caring nature? Are you looking to make a difference to people's lives? Can you see yourself providing care to adults who need your support? People with learning disabilities will sometimes have multiple conditions that can create complex needs. These conditions mean that the person we support may present with a combination of needs that affect: - Mental health Ability to form and manage relationships Behaviours that challenge Physical appearance Physical health Sensory input Communication ability Cognitive ability Whilst knowledge of learning disabilities and complex needs would be beneficial, it isn't essential. What is essential is that you are: Passionate, caring, proactive and enthusiastic Emotionally Intelligent Ability to respond to supported people in a sensitive, empowering way. Patient, calm and non-judgemental A great team player with lots of energy Able to demonstrate good and adaptable communication skills, and deal with behaviours of concern Someone who can follow routines and guidelines that meet the needs of the people we support About us What Benefits Will I Receive? We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career - we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package that includes: Comprehensive learning and development opportunities so we can invest in your future - we're proud to have a silver accreditation from Investors in People. Choose from our range of courses to gain recognised qualifications 28 days' paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 30 days. Plus the option to buy additional holidays and spread the cost An exclusive discounts hub for TP colleagues, to help make your money go further - including high street shopping, pubs and restaurants, mobile phones, gym memberships, and much more. You'll also have access to the Blue Light Card, for even more discounts and savings! Flexible working solutions to support your work-life balance Life Assurance of up to 3x annual salary and a competitive Pension Scheme to support your savings and security Access to our Rightsteps Therapy service - free, confidential telephone based counselling sessions, access to an online wellbeing platform, and a Financial Education hub to support your total wellbeing A 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme including a Digital GP, legal advice and more - all free to you and your immediate family Recognition awards to recognise colleagues' inspirational work and dedication, as well as Long Service bonuses to celebrate your commitment to us Flexible benefit options including a Cycle to Work scheme and interest-free Season Ticket Loans A £300 bonus if you successfully refer a friend as a new colleague through our Refer a Friend scheme, as a thanks from us! Turning Point Attached documents 2022 SW Role Profile and Job expectations.pdf Apply
Job Title : Residential Support Worker Salary : Competitive Location: Opportunities available across London (including West, East and South London) Job Type: Full Time; Permanent Netpex Ltd provides care & support to children and young people in various projects across London and the Counties. Our semi-independent projects are for care leavers, who do not possess the ability to live independently and require 24/7 staff support. The focus of our service delivery is to help and support our clients to develop their independent living skills whilst in transition towards adulthood and being able to manage their own tenancy in the community effectively. Thus, Netpex is obliged to ensure its policies and procedures are aimed at safeguarding the service users. Main Purpose of the Job: To provide advice, assistance and support to young people, safeguarding their welfare at all times. To attend to young people's practical, physical and emotional needs. To act as an appropriate role model and to work closely with them to enable them to address their difficulties and achieve their optimum potential. Personal Specification: Ability to relate to and communicate with young people forming and maintaining appropriate relationships and personal boundaries with young people Awareness of young people's needs Awareness of safeguarding issues and ability to safeguard the welfare of young people Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing Ability to work under own initiative Ability to take direction and work as part of a team Ability to work in partnership and liaise with other professionals Basic household skills Ability to recognise and acknowledge training needs and respond appropriately Emotional resilience in working with challenging behaviours To meet the needs of children through: Attending to practical matters in relation to childcare Establishing positive relationships with young people and always offering them unconditional and positive regard Meeting the physical, emotional, behavioural, cultural and educational needs of young people Acting as a role model and demonstrating appropriate pro-social ways of dealing with problems Helping young people gain self-control by challenging unacceptable behaviour and rewarding acceptable, pro-social conduct Ensuring that each young person's care plan is followed and amended as appropriate to reflect their changing needs Benefits Competitive remuneration 28 Days holiday including Bank Holiday Enhanced contribution pension DBS application fee paid for Career progression - opportunities for growth within the company. Training (online and face-face) provided. To apply for this role click the APPLY button below. Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of: Support Worker, Service Manager, Support Worker, Carer, Care Support, Care Assistant, Support Worker, Childrens Residential Manager, Residential Service Manager, Home Manager, Residential Care Manager, Day Care, Care Worker, Home Manager, Residential Manager, Care Helper, Care Management, Care Assist, Support Assistant, Care Team Leader, Fostering Team Manager, Social Work Manager, Support Team Leader, Special Needs Support, Foster Home Manager, Mental Health Support, Elderly Support, Elderly Care, Care Home Manager Support Coordinator, Care Manager, Support Manager, Care Coordinator, Private Care Assistant, Private Care, Care Home Assistant, Care Home Worker, Support Care Worker, Social Care may also be considered.
May 18, 2024
Full time
Job Title : Residential Support Worker Salary : Competitive Location: Opportunities available across London (including West, East and South London) Job Type: Full Time; Permanent Netpex Ltd provides care & support to children and young people in various projects across London and the Counties. Our semi-independent projects are for care leavers, who do not possess the ability to live independently and require 24/7 staff support. The focus of our service delivery is to help and support our clients to develop their independent living skills whilst in transition towards adulthood and being able to manage their own tenancy in the community effectively. Thus, Netpex is obliged to ensure its policies and procedures are aimed at safeguarding the service users. Main Purpose of the Job: To provide advice, assistance and support to young people, safeguarding their welfare at all times. To attend to young people's practical, physical and emotional needs. To act as an appropriate role model and to work closely with them to enable them to address their difficulties and achieve their optimum potential. Personal Specification: Ability to relate to and communicate with young people forming and maintaining appropriate relationships and personal boundaries with young people Awareness of young people's needs Awareness of safeguarding issues and ability to safeguard the welfare of young people Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing Ability to work under own initiative Ability to take direction and work as part of a team Ability to work in partnership and liaise with other professionals Basic household skills Ability to recognise and acknowledge training needs and respond appropriately Emotional resilience in working with challenging behaviours To meet the needs of children through: Attending to practical matters in relation to childcare Establishing positive relationships with young people and always offering them unconditional and positive regard Meeting the physical, emotional, behavioural, cultural and educational needs of young people Acting as a role model and demonstrating appropriate pro-social ways of dealing with problems Helping young people gain self-control by challenging unacceptable behaviour and rewarding acceptable, pro-social conduct Ensuring that each young person's care plan is followed and amended as appropriate to reflect their changing needs Benefits Competitive remuneration 28 Days holiday including Bank Holiday Enhanced contribution pension DBS application fee paid for Career progression - opportunities for growth within the company. Training (online and face-face) provided. To apply for this role click the APPLY button below. Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of: Support Worker, Service Manager, Support Worker, Carer, Care Support, Care Assistant, Support Worker, Childrens Residential Manager, Residential Service Manager, Home Manager, Residential Care Manager, Day Care, Care Worker, Home Manager, Residential Manager, Care Helper, Care Management, Care Assist, Support Assistant, Care Team Leader, Fostering Team Manager, Social Work Manager, Support Team Leader, Special Needs Support, Foster Home Manager, Mental Health Support, Elderly Support, Elderly Care, Care Home Manager Support Coordinator, Care Manager, Support Manager, Care Coordinator, Private Care Assistant, Private Care, Care Home Assistant, Care Home Worker, Support Care Worker, Social Care may also be considered.
Social Work job in Birmingham for the Supported Exempt Accommodation (SEA) Team. 12-month contract. Your new company The role is an exciting and unique opportunity for a creative and motivated Qualified Social Worker to join the Supported Exempt Accommodation (SEA) Team. This team forms part of a wider multi-agency partnership group undertaking property and support inspections within the SEA sector. Your new role The role is an exciting and unique opportunity for a creative and motivated Qualified Social Worker to join the Supported Exempt Accommodation (SEA) Team. This team forms part of a wider multi-agency partnership group undertaking property and support inspections within the SEA sector. Exempt Accommodation is where the Landlord is either a Non-Metropolitan County Council, charity, voluntary organisation or housing association. The Landlord has a legal interest (ownership or lease) of accommodation and that accommodation houses people who require and receive "care, support & supervision". Any provider wishing to set up as Exempt has to claim through the Benefit system for an enhanced Housing Benefit payment and to obtain Supported Exempt Status. Support provision within the SEA sector is largely 'unregulated' and sits outside of the jurisdiction of the LA and CQC. The Team has a primary role in responding to complaints or concerns pertaining to poor or insufficient support and adult safeguarding enquiries. Candidates will need to have extensive experience of working with and supporting people who have multiple disadvantages including homelessness, domestic violence, asylum seekers, Prison service, substance misuse, mental health. This post is funded up to April 2025 Full time 35 hours per week Car driver essential Full induction and on the job training provided. Regular 1 to 1 and supervision. What you'll need to succeed To be successful, you will need to have a recognised professional Social Work qualification (MA/BA/BSc in Social Work, Diploma in Social Work or CQSW) and Social Work England registration along with 1 year post qualifying experience. What you'll get in return Working with Hays, you will receive a bespoke specialist recruitment service with your own personal consultant. In addition, you will receive: Lifelong career partner with over 16 years of recruitment expertiseSpecialist in Adult Social Work RecruitmentRecruitment partner for Birmingham, Sandwell, Solihull and Coventry CouncilsExclusive access to the latest Qualified Social work vacanciesHelping you upskill through our My Learning platform, network forums and resourcesTransparency on timesheet/payroll platform - Option to be paid PAYE or Umbrella LtdSupport for CV writing and interview skillsOption for PAYE or Umbrella payroll £250 reward for referring another Qualified Social Worker, who we then place.You will be offered a competitive salary, but this is dependent on experience. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
May 18, 2024
Seasonal
Social Work job in Birmingham for the Supported Exempt Accommodation (SEA) Team. 12-month contract. Your new company The role is an exciting and unique opportunity for a creative and motivated Qualified Social Worker to join the Supported Exempt Accommodation (SEA) Team. This team forms part of a wider multi-agency partnership group undertaking property and support inspections within the SEA sector. Your new role The role is an exciting and unique opportunity for a creative and motivated Qualified Social Worker to join the Supported Exempt Accommodation (SEA) Team. This team forms part of a wider multi-agency partnership group undertaking property and support inspections within the SEA sector. Exempt Accommodation is where the Landlord is either a Non-Metropolitan County Council, charity, voluntary organisation or housing association. The Landlord has a legal interest (ownership or lease) of accommodation and that accommodation houses people who require and receive "care, support & supervision". Any provider wishing to set up as Exempt has to claim through the Benefit system for an enhanced Housing Benefit payment and to obtain Supported Exempt Status. Support provision within the SEA sector is largely 'unregulated' and sits outside of the jurisdiction of the LA and CQC. The Team has a primary role in responding to complaints or concerns pertaining to poor or insufficient support and adult safeguarding enquiries. Candidates will need to have extensive experience of working with and supporting people who have multiple disadvantages including homelessness, domestic violence, asylum seekers, Prison service, substance misuse, mental health. This post is funded up to April 2025 Full time 35 hours per week Car driver essential Full induction and on the job training provided. Regular 1 to 1 and supervision. What you'll need to succeed To be successful, you will need to have a recognised professional Social Work qualification (MA/BA/BSc in Social Work, Diploma in Social Work or CQSW) and Social Work England registration along with 1 year post qualifying experience. What you'll get in return Working with Hays, you will receive a bespoke specialist recruitment service with your own personal consultant. In addition, you will receive: Lifelong career partner with over 16 years of recruitment expertiseSpecialist in Adult Social Work RecruitmentRecruitment partner for Birmingham, Sandwell, Solihull and Coventry CouncilsExclusive access to the latest Qualified Social work vacanciesHelping you upskill through our My Learning platform, network forums and resourcesTransparency on timesheet/payroll platform - Option to be paid PAYE or Umbrella LtdSupport for CV writing and interview skillsOption for PAYE or Umbrella payroll £250 reward for referring another Qualified Social Worker, who we then place.You will be offered a competitive salary, but this is dependent on experience. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Staffordshire - £11.68 - £13.40 - Childrens and Adults Hays Social Care are currently recruiting for Residential Support Workers on behalf of our clients based in Stoke on Trent and Staffordshire. This rewarding role will involve working with young people who come from complex backgrounds. These roles are perfect for anyone who is looking for flexible working hours, ideal for those who are looking to pick up extra shifts. Your new company You will be supporting vulnerable young people with challenging behaviours, mental health and learning difficulties. All the residential settings we work with endeavour to create a home environment that exceeds the needs of children and young people. You will be providing support to the well-established organisations that we support within Staffordshire and work amongst a dedicated team of support workers. You will have the opportunity to choose flexible shifts to suit you including long days, waking nights and sleep ins. Your new role As a team member, you will gain expertise and knowledge in supporting young people with complex behavioural challenges in order to provide a secure and supportive environment in which they can grow. You should be passionate about the well-being of children and young people and have a caring and patient nature. You'll be part of a well-established staff that gets along well and is quick to form strong bonds with the young people. As an agency support worker, you'll have access to flexible working hours and a competitive wage. What you'll need to succeed Previous experience in the care sector. (Minimum 1 year UK experience)Full UK Driving Licence What you'll get in return You will receive a minimum competitive rate of pay between £11.68 - £13.40 per hours + £73.52 per sleep in. You will benefit from one-to-one support for our staff to ensure you are happy in your role and fulfilling your own career goals. Other Benefits include; Free Enhanced DBS, Free access to 100s of online training courses, flexibility to choose your work days and weekly pay. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Chris on . If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
May 17, 2024
Seasonal
Staffordshire - £11.68 - £13.40 - Childrens and Adults Hays Social Care are currently recruiting for Residential Support Workers on behalf of our clients based in Stoke on Trent and Staffordshire. This rewarding role will involve working with young people who come from complex backgrounds. These roles are perfect for anyone who is looking for flexible working hours, ideal for those who are looking to pick up extra shifts. Your new company You will be supporting vulnerable young people with challenging behaviours, mental health and learning difficulties. All the residential settings we work with endeavour to create a home environment that exceeds the needs of children and young people. You will be providing support to the well-established organisations that we support within Staffordshire and work amongst a dedicated team of support workers. You will have the opportunity to choose flexible shifts to suit you including long days, waking nights and sleep ins. Your new role As a team member, you will gain expertise and knowledge in supporting young people with complex behavioural challenges in order to provide a secure and supportive environment in which they can grow. You should be passionate about the well-being of children and young people and have a caring and patient nature. You'll be part of a well-established staff that gets along well and is quick to form strong bonds with the young people. As an agency support worker, you'll have access to flexible working hours and a competitive wage. What you'll need to succeed Previous experience in the care sector. (Minimum 1 year UK experience)Full UK Driving Licence What you'll get in return You will receive a minimum competitive rate of pay between £11.68 - £13.40 per hours + £73.52 per sleep in. You will benefit from one-to-one support for our staff to ensure you are happy in your role and fulfilling your own career goals. Other Benefits include; Free Enhanced DBS, Free access to 100s of online training courses, flexibility to choose your work days and weekly pay. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Chris on . If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
Shropshire - £11.68 - £13.40 - Childrens and Adults Hays Social Care are currently recruiting for Residential Support Workers on behalf of our clients based in Telford and Shrewsbury. This rewarding role will involve working with young people who come from complex backgrounds. These roles are perfect for anyone who is looking for flexible working hours, ideal for those who are looking to pick up extra shifts. Your new company You will be supporting vulnerable young people with challenging behaviours, mental health and learning difficulties. All the residential settings we work with endeavour to create a home environment that exceeds the needs of children and young people. You will be providing support to the well-established organisations that we support within Shropshire and work amongst a dedicated team of support workers. You will have the opportunity to choose flexible shifts to suit you including long days, waking nights and sleep ins. Your new role As a team member, you will gain expertise and knowledge in supporting young people with complex behavioural challenges in order to provide a secure and supportive environment in which they can grow. You should be passionate about the well-being of children and young people and have a caring and patient nature. You'll be part of a well-established staff that gets along well and is quick to form strong bonds with the young people. As an agency support worker, you'll have access to flexible working hours and a competitive wage. What you'll need to succeed Previous experience in the care sector. (Minimum 1 year UK experience)Full UK Driving Licence What you'll get in return You will receive a minimum competitive rate of pay between £11.68 - £13.40 per hours + £73.52 per sleep in. You will benefit from one-to-one support for our staff to ensure you are happy in your role and fulfilling your own career goals. Other Benefits include; Free Enhanced DBS, Free access to 100s of online training courses, flexibility to choose your work days and weekly pay. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Chris on . If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
May 17, 2024
Seasonal
Shropshire - £11.68 - £13.40 - Childrens and Adults Hays Social Care are currently recruiting for Residential Support Workers on behalf of our clients based in Telford and Shrewsbury. This rewarding role will involve working with young people who come from complex backgrounds. These roles are perfect for anyone who is looking for flexible working hours, ideal for those who are looking to pick up extra shifts. Your new company You will be supporting vulnerable young people with challenging behaviours, mental health and learning difficulties. All the residential settings we work with endeavour to create a home environment that exceeds the needs of children and young people. You will be providing support to the well-established organisations that we support within Shropshire and work amongst a dedicated team of support workers. You will have the opportunity to choose flexible shifts to suit you including long days, waking nights and sleep ins. Your new role As a team member, you will gain expertise and knowledge in supporting young people with complex behavioural challenges in order to provide a secure and supportive environment in which they can grow. You should be passionate about the well-being of children and young people and have a caring and patient nature. You'll be part of a well-established staff that gets along well and is quick to form strong bonds with the young people. As an agency support worker, you'll have access to flexible working hours and a competitive wage. What you'll need to succeed Previous experience in the care sector. (Minimum 1 year UK experience)Full UK Driving Licence What you'll get in return You will receive a minimum competitive rate of pay between £11.68 - £13.40 per hours + £73.52 per sleep in. You will benefit from one-to-one support for our staff to ensure you are happy in your role and fulfilling your own career goals. Other Benefits include; Free Enhanced DBS, Free access to 100s of online training courses, flexibility to choose your work days and weekly pay. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Chris on . If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
Approved Mental Health Practitioners (AMHP's) jobs at Birmingham City Council £40ph Your new company Hays are seeking 4 dynamic and highly skilled Approved Mental Health Professionals for Birmingham City Council. The post offers an excellent opportunity to be a part of the AMHP Service across the Birmingham area. As an AMHP, you will be responsible for delivering an effective, efficient and high-quality daytime service. Your new role You will be an experienced AMHP with extensive knowledge of the Mental Health Act and mental health social work practice. You will hold high practice standards and will role model the values and behaviour expected within the role. You will enjoy supporting and developing AMHP practice AMHPs. You will be confident in supporting relationships and advocating on behalf of service users and their carers. We are a busy service offering varied and stimulating practice opportunities for AMHPs due to our diverse inner-city population and the range of specialist mental health inpatient services offered in our local area. Our service is highly respected by our partner organisations and commended for its timely response to referrals. This post is 35 hours per week but will consider part time AMHP's also. What you'll need to succeed Previous direct experience of delivering AMHP social work to Adult Service users is essential. You must also have knowledge of key MH legislation, be able to produce reports and maintain records. To be successful, you will require an Approved Social Work qualification (BA Social Work, CQSW, DipSW, CSS or CCETSW approved equivalent). It is also essential that you have a current professional registration and have a minimum of 2 years' experience. What you'll get in return Working with Hays, you will receive a bespoke specialist recruitment service with your own personal consultant. In addition, you will receive: Lifelong career partner with over 16 years of recruitment expertise Specialist in Adult Social Work Recruitment Recruitment partner for Birmingham, Sandwell, Solihull and Coventry Councils Exclusive access to the latest Qualified Social work vacancies Helping you upskill through our My Learning platform, network forums and resources Transparency on timesheet/payroll platform - Option to be paid PAYE or Umbrella Ltd Support for CV writing and interview skills Option for PAYE or Umbrella payroll £250 reward for referring another Qualified Social Worker, who we then place. You will be offered a competitive salary, but this is dependent on experience. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
May 17, 2024
Seasonal
Approved Mental Health Practitioners (AMHP's) jobs at Birmingham City Council £40ph Your new company Hays are seeking 4 dynamic and highly skilled Approved Mental Health Professionals for Birmingham City Council. The post offers an excellent opportunity to be a part of the AMHP Service across the Birmingham area. As an AMHP, you will be responsible for delivering an effective, efficient and high-quality daytime service. Your new role You will be an experienced AMHP with extensive knowledge of the Mental Health Act and mental health social work practice. You will hold high practice standards and will role model the values and behaviour expected within the role. You will enjoy supporting and developing AMHP practice AMHPs. You will be confident in supporting relationships and advocating on behalf of service users and their carers. We are a busy service offering varied and stimulating practice opportunities for AMHPs due to our diverse inner-city population and the range of specialist mental health inpatient services offered in our local area. Our service is highly respected by our partner organisations and commended for its timely response to referrals. This post is 35 hours per week but will consider part time AMHP's also. What you'll need to succeed Previous direct experience of delivering AMHP social work to Adult Service users is essential. You must also have knowledge of key MH legislation, be able to produce reports and maintain records. To be successful, you will require an Approved Social Work qualification (BA Social Work, CQSW, DipSW, CSS or CCETSW approved equivalent). It is also essential that you have a current professional registration and have a minimum of 2 years' experience. What you'll get in return Working with Hays, you will receive a bespoke specialist recruitment service with your own personal consultant. In addition, you will receive: Lifelong career partner with over 16 years of recruitment expertise Specialist in Adult Social Work Recruitment Recruitment partner for Birmingham, Sandwell, Solihull and Coventry Councils Exclusive access to the latest Qualified Social work vacancies Helping you upskill through our My Learning platform, network forums and resources Transparency on timesheet/payroll platform - Option to be paid PAYE or Umbrella Ltd Support for CV writing and interview skills Option for PAYE or Umbrella payroll £250 reward for referring another Qualified Social Worker, who we then place. You will be offered a competitive salary, but this is dependent on experience. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Qualified Social Worker - Hospital Discharge - Tower Hamlets - £30ph Mbi Medical are pleased to be working with London borough of Tower Hamlets. They are currently on the look out for a Qualified Social Worker to join there Hospital Discharge team. - This role is to support hospital discharges from acute hospital settings and non-acute NHS community settings. The team is made up of staff from health and social care, working together to provide a holistic assessment and support plan to ensure outcomes are achieved and independence is maintained wherever possible. In this role as a Hospital Discharge Social Worker, you will be ensuring that citizen's with care and support needs receive community care and support in accordance with the Care Act 2014. As an experienced Social Worker, you will be responsible for ensuring the safe and timely discharge from hospital. Daily Duties - Liaise with a team of Social Workers, case coordinators and health professionals. - Promote and maintain independence for vulnerable adults. - Assist and participate in the management of the duty service and carry out screening of assessment notices to determine the appropriate discharge pathway. - To manage complex discharges; identify and carry out Mental Capacity Assessments and chair best interest meetings. - Complete a strength based assessments to implement person centred support plans. - Protect adults at risk of abuse in accordance of Manchester City Council Safeguarding Policy, the Care Act 2014 and Making Safeguarding Personal. - Have knowledge of discharge to assess pathways. - Have knowledge of the CHC process. - Skilled report writing. What You Need - Degree or equivalent in social work - Social Work England Registration - Significant senior level frontline experience within adults' services
May 17, 2024
Contractor
Qualified Social Worker - Hospital Discharge - Tower Hamlets - £30ph Mbi Medical are pleased to be working with London borough of Tower Hamlets. They are currently on the look out for a Qualified Social Worker to join there Hospital Discharge team. - This role is to support hospital discharges from acute hospital settings and non-acute NHS community settings. The team is made up of staff from health and social care, working together to provide a holistic assessment and support plan to ensure outcomes are achieved and independence is maintained wherever possible. In this role as a Hospital Discharge Social Worker, you will be ensuring that citizen's with care and support needs receive community care and support in accordance with the Care Act 2014. As an experienced Social Worker, you will be responsible for ensuring the safe and timely discharge from hospital. Daily Duties - Liaise with a team of Social Workers, case coordinators and health professionals. - Promote and maintain independence for vulnerable adults. - Assist and participate in the management of the duty service and carry out screening of assessment notices to determine the appropriate discharge pathway. - To manage complex discharges; identify and carry out Mental Capacity Assessments and chair best interest meetings. - Complete a strength based assessments to implement person centred support plans. - Protect adults at risk of abuse in accordance of Manchester City Council Safeguarding Policy, the Care Act 2014 and Making Safeguarding Personal. - Have knowledge of discharge to assess pathways. - Have knowledge of the CHC process. - Skilled report writing. What You Need - Degree or equivalent in social work - Social Work England Registration - Significant senior level frontline experience within adults' services
Advanced Social Worker - Mental Health - Haringey mbi Medical are pleased to be working with the London Borough of Haringey in sourcing a Social Worker to join their Mental Health team. The Role To carry out Care Act assessments and support people who present with functional and/or organic mental health problems in Haringey by using community resources and the social care budget to meet their needs. To act as a care coordinator in the Locality Mental Health Team To devise care and support plans with service-users and their carers and undertake reviews under the Care Act and Care Programme Approach (CPA) To apply a strengths-based approach to working with service-users and their carers providing evidence based therapeutic social work practice and skills such as motivational interviewing, trauma informed care and psychoeducation. To provide service users and their carers with clear and intelligible information which will assist them in making informed decisions about their treatment and care. To provide effective liaison with colleagues in primary care, social services, community health and voluntary organisations and champion people s rights and entitlements in the wider mental health of older adult services. To provide guidance to the rest of the team on applying the Care Act and other mental health and social care legislation and to prepare appropriate information/ referrals/reports to access community resources. To work closely with other members of the multi-disciplinary team including psychology, occupational therapists, nurses, support workers, medical professionals and pharmacology to ensure that the best quality of care is provided and effective use of the social care budget. To be willing to train as an Approved Mental Health Professional, (AMHP) and once qualified to share knowledge and practice with the team and contribute to the AMHP rota If required, to be willing to train as a Best Interest Assessor (BIA)/ Approved Mental Capacity Professional (AMCP) and once qualified to share knowledge and practice with the team and contribute to the AMCP rota.
May 17, 2024
Contractor
Advanced Social Worker - Mental Health - Haringey mbi Medical are pleased to be working with the London Borough of Haringey in sourcing a Social Worker to join their Mental Health team. The Role To carry out Care Act assessments and support people who present with functional and/or organic mental health problems in Haringey by using community resources and the social care budget to meet their needs. To act as a care coordinator in the Locality Mental Health Team To devise care and support plans with service-users and their carers and undertake reviews under the Care Act and Care Programme Approach (CPA) To apply a strengths-based approach to working with service-users and their carers providing evidence based therapeutic social work practice and skills such as motivational interviewing, trauma informed care and psychoeducation. To provide service users and their carers with clear and intelligible information which will assist them in making informed decisions about their treatment and care. To provide effective liaison with colleagues in primary care, social services, community health and voluntary organisations and champion people s rights and entitlements in the wider mental health of older adult services. To provide guidance to the rest of the team on applying the Care Act and other mental health and social care legislation and to prepare appropriate information/ referrals/reports to access community resources. To work closely with other members of the multi-disciplinary team including psychology, occupational therapists, nurses, support workers, medical professionals and pharmacology to ensure that the best quality of care is provided and effective use of the social care budget. To be willing to train as an Approved Mental Health Professional, (AMHP) and once qualified to share knowledge and practice with the team and contribute to the AMHP rota If required, to be willing to train as a Best Interest Assessor (BIA)/ Approved Mental Capacity Professional (AMCP) and once qualified to share knowledge and practice with the team and contribute to the AMCP rota.
Social Worker (Ongoing Care and Support Team) Employer: Wokingham Borough Council Salary: £40,221 - £46,464 Per Annum, Plus Benefits Location: Shute End/Home Working, Wokingham Borough Council Contract: Permanent Working Pattern: Flexible Hours/Full Time Hours: 37 hours per week. DBS Check: Enhanced Closing Date: 02/06/2024 at 23:00 Reference: 712902, 711859, 712717 We have an excellent opportunity available for a Social Worker to join our OST (Ongoing Care & Support Team), within our Award-Winning Adult Social Care Department at Wokingham Borough Council. As the Social Worker for Ongoing Care & Support, you will work across a broad range of specialisms which includes working with older people, those with physical disabilities, people with long-term health conditions such as self-neglect, dementia and hoarders and people with low mental health. Benefits Not only is this a fantastic time to join our team, but you will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including a generous annual leave entitlement of up to 30 days (rising to 35 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays, an excellent local government pension scheme, an employee assistance programme, sport & leisure discounts, and onsite gym and much more! Key Responsibilities To work in accordance with the Care Act 2014 to assess or reassess the needs of customers and their carers, offering access to support services in line with their eligible needs. To proactively contribute to the develop of the team, working creatively to support strong local networks to help identify how specific the needs of our customers could be met in different ways. To work in a person-centred way, ensuring that individual dignity is maintained, cultural and communication needs are addressed and choices and aspirations are acknowledged and heard. To promote a strengths-based model of care and approach to assessing a broad range of needs, in line with the Care Act 2014. To ensure that you bring forward good ideas, offer creative solutions, challenge areas where the Council can improve, and to contribute to the Council's ongoing success. Candidate Requirements Social Work qualification (degree or diploma) and registered with Social Work England. Full EU driving licence (and access to the daily use of a car). Experience of using standard Microsoft programs and specialist client record systems Experience in a Social Care or health care environment Our Area Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside. We're home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life. For more information about this opportunity, please contact Emma Hodge, Team Manager Ongoing Support Team, Closing date: Sunday 2nd June 2024, 11pm Interviews: W/C 9th June 2024 Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks. Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer. Further information on this vacancy Social Worker OST JD
May 17, 2024
Full time
Social Worker (Ongoing Care and Support Team) Employer: Wokingham Borough Council Salary: £40,221 - £46,464 Per Annum, Plus Benefits Location: Shute End/Home Working, Wokingham Borough Council Contract: Permanent Working Pattern: Flexible Hours/Full Time Hours: 37 hours per week. DBS Check: Enhanced Closing Date: 02/06/2024 at 23:00 Reference: 712902, 711859, 712717 We have an excellent opportunity available for a Social Worker to join our OST (Ongoing Care & Support Team), within our Award-Winning Adult Social Care Department at Wokingham Borough Council. As the Social Worker for Ongoing Care & Support, you will work across a broad range of specialisms which includes working with older people, those with physical disabilities, people with long-term health conditions such as self-neglect, dementia and hoarders and people with low mental health. Benefits Not only is this a fantastic time to join our team, but you will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including a generous annual leave entitlement of up to 30 days (rising to 35 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays, an excellent local government pension scheme, an employee assistance programme, sport & leisure discounts, and onsite gym and much more! Key Responsibilities To work in accordance with the Care Act 2014 to assess or reassess the needs of customers and their carers, offering access to support services in line with their eligible needs. To proactively contribute to the develop of the team, working creatively to support strong local networks to help identify how specific the needs of our customers could be met in different ways. To work in a person-centred way, ensuring that individual dignity is maintained, cultural and communication needs are addressed and choices and aspirations are acknowledged and heard. To promote a strengths-based model of care and approach to assessing a broad range of needs, in line with the Care Act 2014. To ensure that you bring forward good ideas, offer creative solutions, challenge areas where the Council can improve, and to contribute to the Council's ongoing success. Candidate Requirements Social Work qualification (degree or diploma) and registered with Social Work England. Full EU driving licence (and access to the daily use of a car). Experience of using standard Microsoft programs and specialist client record systems Experience in a Social Care or health care environment Our Area Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside. We're home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life. For more information about this opportunity, please contact Emma Hodge, Team Manager Ongoing Support Team, Closing date: Sunday 2nd June 2024, 11pm Interviews: W/C 9th June 2024 Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks. Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer. Further information on this vacancy Social Worker OST JD
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School Support Worker Huddersfield, West Yorkshire 20,916.00 - 22,015.00 annual (Actual salary) 32.5 hours p/w term time ONLY plus 5 inset days Salary paid over 12 months even with school holidays off! This specialist academy in Huddersfield supports young people with complex Social, Emotional and Mental Health difficulties across Kirklees. The school prides itself on its use of nurture, social pedagogy and its focus on preparation for adulthood. Our school is proud to offer a supportive team; high quality personalised training and an opportunity to work with utterly fabulous children and young people as outlined in our values below. As a School Inclusion Support Worker ISW at this school in Huddersfield, you will offer more than classroom support. You will make connections, develop relationships and help our pupils navigate the path to a better future. This includes: Getting the classroom ready for lessons Supporting the pupils in class Helping those who need extra support Completing pupils records Taking the lead on specific activities and sessions Providing learning routines at school, in the community and in the family home The Ideal Candidate: Experience in a school or similar setting Experience working with children/ young people with SEN / SEMH needs would be desirable Educated with GCSE Maths and English or equivalent Car driver with access to own vehicle OR willingness to learn Salary/ Hours Salary for a ISW Inclusion Support Worker 20,916.00 - 22,015.00 actual annual salary working 32.5 hours per week Mon-Fri term time only + 5 inset days + amazing benefits. For more information or to apply please contact Chloe at Connect Care Recruitment. Alternatively, click APPLY now!
May 17, 2024
Full time
School Support Worker Huddersfield, West Yorkshire 20,916.00 - 22,015.00 annual (Actual salary) 32.5 hours p/w term time ONLY plus 5 inset days Salary paid over 12 months even with school holidays off! This specialist academy in Huddersfield supports young people with complex Social, Emotional and Mental Health difficulties across Kirklees. The school prides itself on its use of nurture, social pedagogy and its focus on preparation for adulthood. Our school is proud to offer a supportive team; high quality personalised training and an opportunity to work with utterly fabulous children and young people as outlined in our values below. As a School Inclusion Support Worker ISW at this school in Huddersfield, you will offer more than classroom support. You will make connections, develop relationships and help our pupils navigate the path to a better future. This includes: Getting the classroom ready for lessons Supporting the pupils in class Helping those who need extra support Completing pupils records Taking the lead on specific activities and sessions Providing learning routines at school, in the community and in the family home The Ideal Candidate: Experience in a school or similar setting Experience working with children/ young people with SEN / SEMH needs would be desirable Educated with GCSE Maths and English or equivalent Car driver with access to own vehicle OR willingness to learn Salary/ Hours Salary for a ISW Inclusion Support Worker 20,916.00 - 22,015.00 actual annual salary working 32.5 hours per week Mon-Fri term time only + 5 inset days + amazing benefits. For more information or to apply please contact Chloe at Connect Care Recruitment. Alternatively, click APPLY now!
Registered Manager - Young People Bolton, Manchester £35997 - £45318 per annum dependent on experience and qualifications Full Time 37.5 hours per week Care in Mind provide residential services for young people aged 16-30 years old. The young people we care for often require a high level of support to assist with difficulties they may have from self-harming, behaviour, and emotional difficulties. Our aim is to support the young people using a therapeutic approach to help them achieve their individual goals, in preparation for transition to adult life. At Care in Mind our homes are always a hub of activity and energy where the young people can feel safe, and our staff enjoy coming to work. As a Registered Manager you will lead in supporting a residential staff team, taking overall responsibility for the day - to - day management of a 5 bed residential home for young people with complex mental health needs and behaviours that challenge. Your duties will include; Monitoring and maintaining the effective running of the home whilst collaborating closely with the Clinical Team ensuring effective and robust relationships are built and maintained. Taking a lead Safeguarding role within the service to ensure the safeguarding databases and records are maintained accurately and as per company policy. Maintaining registration with the CQC and be legally responsible for ensuring the home complies with CQC requirements, the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) and associated legislations. To take the lead with inspections of the service. Overseeing and empowering the staff to effectively support the young people, ensuring their physical, social, psychological, intellectual, and spiritual needs are met. Empowering the staff team to manage incidents effectively and safely, offering guidance and debriefs post incident. Ensuring the staff team are liaising effectively with the relevant GP's, CCG, Community Mental Health Services, CIM clinical team with regards to the welfare of the individual young person. Ensuring that all the medication needs of the young people are met, Medication Management Plans are completed accurately, are understood by all staff, and adhered to. Ensure effective recruitment of suitable and skilled employees to work within the team. At our home in Bolton, you will be working with young people who have a variety of mental health diagnosis including emotionally unstable personality disorder and complex Trauma, and those who use self-harm as a strategy to cope with their emotions. As such, you will be required to be patient, calm and resilient as the support you will be providing to our young people will include helping them to develop their relationships within the community and managing incidents of self-harm. All young people at the service require support to engage in activities of daily living and improve their independence skills so that they can work towards living in the community once the placement ends. Therefore, you will be supporting this transition through things such as: supporting them to self-administer their own medication, getting back into education, accessing public transport and appointments independently. Our young people are very adventurous and engage in a variety of activities including going to theme parks, horse Riding, attending driving lessons, they also like to camp out so you will be encouraged to bring your hobbies to work and create new ideas of interests so there is lots of fun and new experiences. The home is a 5-bed service and is in Heaton, Bolton. It is also a short drive or bus journey away from the centre of Bolton, so is close enough to numerous local amenities. The house is a picturesque large property, which is well maintained and homely, making it a lovely environment to work in. There is also huge garden attached to the rear of the house, making it a perfect place for growing vegetables and playing outdoor games and all-important outdoor camping trips. You will work over a 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday whilst supporting an On Call rota alongside other Registered Managers. The job is highly rewarding and an excellent opportunity for an experienced Deputy Manager to develop their career further. Essential requirements of a Registered Manager Full, clean, UK Driving Licence & access to a vehicle for work purposes Previous experience in working within a residential home 2 years recent experience working as a CQC or Ofsted Residential/Registered Manager Must hold the Lead Adult Care Worker Level 3 qualification and be able to demonstrate a commitment towards continued professional development Have excellent understanding of mental health and the issues young people face Experience controlling and managing budgets Skills in the recruitment, selection and retention of staff Previous experience in writing detailed reports Desirable Criteria of a Registered Manager Level 5 qualification in management or health and social care Company Benefits Refer a Friend Scheme (Up to £500 per referral) 35 days holiday (Rising to 39 days with service including bank holidays) An additional day off each year for your birthday Excellent Learning and Development opportunities (NVQ Level 3 in Adult Health & Social Care) Healthcare CashPlan with costs provided towards dental and optical care and a range of other healthcare treatments and benefits including discounted gym memberships, online shopping discounts, free eye tests and various other benefits Paid Training & Induction Enhanced company pension Life Assurance (2 x annual salary) Free parking available and good direct transport links Enhanced maternity/paternity leave Paid Enhanced DBS check Employee Assistance Programme/24-hour Counselling Service Regular social events and recognition schemes (Employee of the year awards, Summer & Christmas parties) Additional Information Please note that we do not accept CV's and the application must be completed in full. Care in Mind operates a safer recruitment process and as part of this process the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. We are an equal opportunities employer who values diversity and positively encourages applications of all ages from all sections of the community. We reserve the right to close the advert early, should we appoint a suitable candidate. Please note, as this position is over 20 hours per week, we will be unable to accept applications from students who hold a student visa, unless education has finished and applicant intends to apply for the appropriate visa required to work the hours as advertised. Please note Care in Mind do not have a sponsorship licence and therefore unable to offer sponsorship to candidates requiring this now or in the future.
May 17, 2024
Full time
Registered Manager - Young People Bolton, Manchester £35997 - £45318 per annum dependent on experience and qualifications Full Time 37.5 hours per week Care in Mind provide residential services for young people aged 16-30 years old. The young people we care for often require a high level of support to assist with difficulties they may have from self-harming, behaviour, and emotional difficulties. Our aim is to support the young people using a therapeutic approach to help them achieve their individual goals, in preparation for transition to adult life. At Care in Mind our homes are always a hub of activity and energy where the young people can feel safe, and our staff enjoy coming to work. As a Registered Manager you will lead in supporting a residential staff team, taking overall responsibility for the day - to - day management of a 5 bed residential home for young people with complex mental health needs and behaviours that challenge. Your duties will include; Monitoring and maintaining the effective running of the home whilst collaborating closely with the Clinical Team ensuring effective and robust relationships are built and maintained. Taking a lead Safeguarding role within the service to ensure the safeguarding databases and records are maintained accurately and as per company policy. Maintaining registration with the CQC and be legally responsible for ensuring the home complies with CQC requirements, the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) and associated legislations. To take the lead with inspections of the service. Overseeing and empowering the staff to effectively support the young people, ensuring their physical, social, psychological, intellectual, and spiritual needs are met. Empowering the staff team to manage incidents effectively and safely, offering guidance and debriefs post incident. Ensuring the staff team are liaising effectively with the relevant GP's, CCG, Community Mental Health Services, CIM clinical team with regards to the welfare of the individual young person. Ensuring that all the medication needs of the young people are met, Medication Management Plans are completed accurately, are understood by all staff, and adhered to. Ensure effective recruitment of suitable and skilled employees to work within the team. At our home in Bolton, you will be working with young people who have a variety of mental health diagnosis including emotionally unstable personality disorder and complex Trauma, and those who use self-harm as a strategy to cope with their emotions. As such, you will be required to be patient, calm and resilient as the support you will be providing to our young people will include helping them to develop their relationships within the community and managing incidents of self-harm. All young people at the service require support to engage in activities of daily living and improve their independence skills so that they can work towards living in the community once the placement ends. Therefore, you will be supporting this transition through things such as: supporting them to self-administer their own medication, getting back into education, accessing public transport and appointments independently. Our young people are very adventurous and engage in a variety of activities including going to theme parks, horse Riding, attending driving lessons, they also like to camp out so you will be encouraged to bring your hobbies to work and create new ideas of interests so there is lots of fun and new experiences. The home is a 5-bed service and is in Heaton, Bolton. It is also a short drive or bus journey away from the centre of Bolton, so is close enough to numerous local amenities. The house is a picturesque large property, which is well maintained and homely, making it a lovely environment to work in. There is also huge garden attached to the rear of the house, making it a perfect place for growing vegetables and playing outdoor games and all-important outdoor camping trips. You will work over a 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday whilst supporting an On Call rota alongside other Registered Managers. The job is highly rewarding and an excellent opportunity for an experienced Deputy Manager to develop their career further. Essential requirements of a Registered Manager Full, clean, UK Driving Licence & access to a vehicle for work purposes Previous experience in working within a residential home 2 years recent experience working as a CQC or Ofsted Residential/Registered Manager Must hold the Lead Adult Care Worker Level 3 qualification and be able to demonstrate a commitment towards continued professional development Have excellent understanding of mental health and the issues young people face Experience controlling and managing budgets Skills in the recruitment, selection and retention of staff Previous experience in writing detailed reports Desirable Criteria of a Registered Manager Level 5 qualification in management or health and social care Company Benefits Refer a Friend Scheme (Up to £500 per referral) 35 days holiday (Rising to 39 days with service including bank holidays) An additional day off each year for your birthday Excellent Learning and Development opportunities (NVQ Level 3 in Adult Health & Social Care) Healthcare CashPlan with costs provided towards dental and optical care and a range of other healthcare treatments and benefits including discounted gym memberships, online shopping discounts, free eye tests and various other benefits Paid Training & Induction Enhanced company pension Life Assurance (2 x annual salary) Free parking available and good direct transport links Enhanced maternity/paternity leave Paid Enhanced DBS check Employee Assistance Programme/24-hour Counselling Service Regular social events and recognition schemes (Employee of the year awards, Summer & Christmas parties) Additional Information Please note that we do not accept CV's and the application must be completed in full. Care in Mind operates a safer recruitment process and as part of this process the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. We are an equal opportunities employer who values diversity and positively encourages applications of all ages from all sections of the community. We reserve the right to close the advert early, should we appoint a suitable candidate. Please note, as this position is over 20 hours per week, we will be unable to accept applications from students who hold a student visa, unless education has finished and applicant intends to apply for the appropriate visa required to work the hours as advertised. Please note Care in Mind do not have a sponsorship licence and therefore unable to offer sponsorship to candidates requiring this now or in the future.
About The Job Salary: £37,336-£44,428 (dependent on experience) Working Pattern: Permanent, full time Location: Horsham or Crawley We are recruiting for a qualified Social Worker to join our Primary Care Network - Multi Disciplinary team. In the North of West Sussex we work collaboratively with our NHS and third sector colleagues to prevent and reduce people from requiring hospital admissions and to live their best life in the community. There are 6 Primary Care Network Multidisciplinary Teams in the main towns of Burgess Hill, Haywards Heath, East Grinstead, Crawley, and Horsham. Working as a Social Worker in a busy community team, your role will involve working with adults from 18 years and upwards with physical disabilities, acquired brain injuries, chronic health conditions, older people and people with dementia. Tasks will include assessments, reviews, safeguarding enquiries and mental capacity act assessments. Why not have a look at our dedicated careers in adults social work webpage to learn more! Rewards and Benefits For a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee you can find them on our Rewards and Benefits page. Further Information The reference number for this role is CAFHE04730 . For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Hiring Manager For issues or queries regarding your application please contact To apply, upload your CV and complete the application explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to Social Work England registration, an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check. For information regarding your eligibility to apply for this role under our Disability or Veteran's Guaranteed Interview Scheme, this can be found on our application help page.
May 17, 2024
Full time
About The Job Salary: £37,336-£44,428 (dependent on experience) Working Pattern: Permanent, full time Location: Horsham or Crawley We are recruiting for a qualified Social Worker to join our Primary Care Network - Multi Disciplinary team. In the North of West Sussex we work collaboratively with our NHS and third sector colleagues to prevent and reduce people from requiring hospital admissions and to live their best life in the community. There are 6 Primary Care Network Multidisciplinary Teams in the main towns of Burgess Hill, Haywards Heath, East Grinstead, Crawley, and Horsham. Working as a Social Worker in a busy community team, your role will involve working with adults from 18 years and upwards with physical disabilities, acquired brain injuries, chronic health conditions, older people and people with dementia. Tasks will include assessments, reviews, safeguarding enquiries and mental capacity act assessments. Why not have a look at our dedicated careers in adults social work webpage to learn more! Rewards and Benefits For a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee you can find them on our Rewards and Benefits page. Further Information The reference number for this role is CAFHE04730 . For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Hiring Manager For issues or queries regarding your application please contact To apply, upload your CV and complete the application explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to Social Work England registration, an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check. For information regarding your eligibility to apply for this role under our Disability or Veteran's Guaranteed Interview Scheme, this can be found on our application help page.
Job Title: Registered Occupational Therapist Location: UK/LONDON/WILLING TO RELOCATE Company/Organization: Verity consultancy ltd About Us: Our team is currently recruitng for registered Occupational therapist for NHS in UK. They are offering full time, part time and Locum positions in hospitals, community centres in UK. Job Overview: We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Occupational Therapist to join our team. The Occupational Therapist will be responsible for providing high-quality occupational therapy services to patients of all ages with physical, developmental, or cognitive impairments. The ideal candidate will have excellent clinical skills, strong interpersonal abilities, and a commitment to promoting independence and enhancing quality of life for our patients. Responsibilities: Conduct comprehensive assessments to evaluate patients' functional abilities, limitations, and needs. Develop individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings, patient goals, and evidence-based practice guidelines. Implement therapeutic interventions to improve patients' motor skills, coordination, sensory processing, and activities of daily living. Provide adaptive equipment recommendations, environmental modifications, and home exercise programs to support patients' independence and safety. Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members, including physicians, physical therapists, speech therapists, and social workers, to coordinate patient care and optimize outcomes. Monitor patients' progress, adjust treatment plans as needed, and document all clinical interventions in accordance with regulatory standards and organizational policies. Educate patients, families, and caregivers about the therapeutic process, home management strategies, and community resources available to support continued progress and independence. Participate in departmental meetings, in-service training sessions, and quality improvement initiatives to enhance clinical skills and promote best practices. Qualifications: Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program. Current license to practice as an Occupational Therapist in the state of Insert State . CPR certification (preferred). Experience working with diverse patient populations across the lifespan (pediatric, adult, geriatric). Strong clinical skills in assessment, treatment planning, and therapeutic interventions. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team. Commitment to professional development, evidence-based practice, and ethical standards in healthcare. Benefits: Insert information about the benefits offered, such as healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid time off, professional development opportunities, etc. How to Apply: Please submit your resume/CV and a cover letter outlining your qualifications, clinical experience, and interest in the position. Qualified candidates will be contacted for further information or to schedule an interview.
May 17, 2024
Contractor
Job Title: Registered Occupational Therapist Location: UK/LONDON/WILLING TO RELOCATE Company/Organization: Verity consultancy ltd About Us: Our team is currently recruitng for registered Occupational therapist for NHS in UK. They are offering full time, part time and Locum positions in hospitals, community centres in UK. Job Overview: We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Occupational Therapist to join our team. The Occupational Therapist will be responsible for providing high-quality occupational therapy services to patients of all ages with physical, developmental, or cognitive impairments. The ideal candidate will have excellent clinical skills, strong interpersonal abilities, and a commitment to promoting independence and enhancing quality of life for our patients. Responsibilities: Conduct comprehensive assessments to evaluate patients' functional abilities, limitations, and needs. Develop individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings, patient goals, and evidence-based practice guidelines. Implement therapeutic interventions to improve patients' motor skills, coordination, sensory processing, and activities of daily living. Provide adaptive equipment recommendations, environmental modifications, and home exercise programs to support patients' independence and safety. Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members, including physicians, physical therapists, speech therapists, and social workers, to coordinate patient care and optimize outcomes. Monitor patients' progress, adjust treatment plans as needed, and document all clinical interventions in accordance with regulatory standards and organizational policies. Educate patients, families, and caregivers about the therapeutic process, home management strategies, and community resources available to support continued progress and independence. Participate in departmental meetings, in-service training sessions, and quality improvement initiatives to enhance clinical skills and promote best practices. Qualifications: Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program. Current license to practice as an Occupational Therapist in the state of Insert State . CPR certification (preferred). Experience working with diverse patient populations across the lifespan (pediatric, adult, geriatric). Strong clinical skills in assessment, treatment planning, and therapeutic interventions. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team. Commitment to professional development, evidence-based practice, and ethical standards in healthcare. Benefits: Insert information about the benefits offered, such as healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid time off, professional development opportunities, etc. How to Apply: Please submit your resume/CV and a cover letter outlining your qualifications, clinical experience, and interest in the position. Qualified candidates will be contacted for further information or to schedule an interview.