Senior Social Worker - Adults Safeguarding Team

Overview

Job Title: Senior Social Worker
Specialism: Adults Safeguarding Team
Job Location: Lewisham, UK
Salary: £36 Hourly
Type: Locum, Full Time/Part Time, Ongoing

• Carry out assessments and service user reviews to a high standard, ensuring they reflect the needs and aspirations of service users and carers
• Present cases to the Vulnerable Adults panel for funding approval, leading and chairing complex case reviews and safeguarding adults case conferences
• Provide regular professional supervision to social work staff, ensuring adherence to the department's supervision policy and supporting their continuous professional development
• Monitor and appraise staff performance, directing them to appropriate training opportunities and reporting any concerns regarding performance or conduct
• Conduct regular audits and reviews of electronic case records to ensure practice standards are maintained, taking remedial action as needed
• Respond promptly to service complaints and work closely with the operational manager to resolve issues effectively
• Promote and facilitate joint working and multidisciplinary collaboration with colleagues in other departments and health services
• Foster a positive team environment by attending meetings and contributing to team spirit