Adults Social Worker - Community

Our client Blackpool council is looking for an Adults Social Worker to join their Community team.

• To undertake assessments/reviews and where appropriate the commissioning of services in line with departmental policies and procedures and statutory guidance eg:
  The Care Act (2014).
• To understand and take appropriate part in the department's safeguarding adults' procedures. This includes identification, investigation and at H2 taking the role of Safeguarding Lead.
• To work closely with other teams, including undertaking joint assessments, with providers, carers and external agencies to deliver outcome focused services to individuals and their families.
• To fully comply with departmental policies and procedures and the Health and Care Professionals Council's Code of Conduct for Social Workers including the capability framework.
• To comply with the requirements of the Care Act (2014) by empowering individuals to make informed choices.
• Maintain up to date knowledge of current issues and developments relating to social care and the wider health and social care agenda.
• Prepare for, attend and actively participate in professional supervision and staff meetings.
• Fully utilise the Department's IT facilities to maintain accurate records and record decisions in line with both statutory and departmental requirements and comply with administrative and financial procedures.

• Referral bonus - up to £250 per person placed.
• Double payrolls each week.

* Terms & Conditions apply.

Applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS.

Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable.

Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit.