- Manage a dynamic and complex caseload, balancing risk versus choice and rights of the individual.
- Undertake duty worker functions to screen new safeguarding concerns, manage immediate risk and make decisions in line with the Section 42 criteria.
- Mental capacity and best interest work, including Court of Protection where the need arises.
- Provide support to students, newly qualified and less experienced colleagues with their development and complex cases.
- Work closely with colleagues in Commissioning and the Care Quality Commission to escalate poor quality and care of providers.
- Work closely with partner agencies to co-ordinate a shared response to risk management including the Police and NHS.
- Co-ordinate Section 42 enquiries in line with the Care Act 2014 and Making Safeguarding Personal where the focus is on achieving customers' outcomes.
- Support customers, colleagues and partner agencies to understand their role within safeguarding adults to promote 'Making Safeguarding Everybody's Business'.
- Be committed to 'Continuing Professional Development' keeping up to date with policy and practice changes, training needs and SW England registration requirements.
- Prepare for and participate in formal supervision every 4 weeks with your reporting manager.
Back to searchQualified Social Worker, Adult Safeguarding Team
The Talent Crowd
Posted 11 days ago, valid for 16 days
Bury, Lancashire BL8 1JJ, England
£30 per hour
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- The Talent Crowd is seeking a Qualified Social Worker for the Adult Safeguarding Team in Bury with a pay rate of up to £30 per hour.
- Candidates should have experience managing a dynamic and complex caseload while balancing risk, choice, and individual rights.
- The role includes undertaking duty worker functions, mental capacity assessments, and supporting colleagues in their development.
- Collaboration with partner agencies, including the Police and NHS, is essential for effective risk management and safeguarding practices.
- A commitment to Continuing Professional Development and participation in formal supervision every four weeks is required.
