Adult Social Worker - Level 3

We are seeking an experienced Level 3 Social Worker to join the Community Mental Health Team based in Widnes/Runcorn. You will demonstrate expert and effective practice in complex situations, assessing and managing higher levels of risk, managing complex caseloads, while offering expert opinion and autonomy within the organisation and to others. Within the framework of legislation, agreed policies and procedures work with, or on behalf of, individuals and families, to assist them to resolve their personal problems and adjust to, or change their social environment to improve quality of life.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assess the need for social work service including the identification of risk and the need for protection determining the method of intervention to manage and minimise risk in more complex situations.
• Maintain and update appropriate records of work undertaken and carry out required administrative procedures. Produce high quality assessments and reports for a range of functions.
• Prepare for, and attend supervision sessions, staff meetings and events and make use of all available training and developmental opportunities, modelling good practice and setting expectations for others.
• Decide or advise on the use of appropriate social care and/or other services, resources and contributing views on service provision to commissioners where applicable.
• Comply with the statutory obligations of the council.
• Develop and provide a training resource for social workers, support staff and carers.

Essential Criteria

• Qualified Social Worker with current registration with Social Work England.
• Proven experience working within an Integrated Hospital Discharge Team, with the ability to hit the ground running.
• Ability to manage a complex caseload and make sound decisions quickly and effectively.
• Excellent communication, assessment, and organisational skills, with a commitment to collaborative working.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, and Safeguarding Adults procedures.
• Proficiency in using IT systems, including knowledge of Eclipse (desirable).
• Full UK driving license and access to a car for work purposes.

Connect2Haltonis a trading style of Halton & Kent Commercial Services LLP- A joint venture between Halton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Halton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.