Social Worker - Assessment Team

Social Worker - Assessment TeamSouth Tyneside, UK£35 to £45 per hour

About Us:Randstad is excited to partner with South Tyneside's Assessment Team to recruit dedicated and skilled social workers. Our team is the first point of contact for individuals and families in need, providing essential support and conducting comprehensive assessments.

Job Description:

Are you a compassionate and experienced social worker. We are seeking a motivated and skilled individual to join the Assessment Team in North Tyneside.In this role, you will be responsible for conducting initial assessments, providing urgent support, and referring individuals and families to appropriate services.

Responsibilities:

• Conducting thorough initial assessments of individuals and families to identify needs, risks, and strengths.
• Providing immediate support and intervention to address urgent needs and stabilize situations.
• Collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams, external agencies, and community organizations to coordinate comprehensive care and support.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of assessments, interventions, and outcomes in line with legal and professional standards.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and procedures.

Qualifications:

• Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
• Proven experience working in a social care setting, preferably with initial assessments and urgent support.
• Strong assessment, planning, and intervention skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trusting relationships with individuals and families..
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures related to social care and safeguarding.

Benefits:

• Competitive and Weekly pay-rates
• One committed and dedicated point of contact
• An unlimited referrals incentive, giving you a £300 voucher for anyone you refer (T&Cs apply)
• Access to 100s of discounts through the Hapi App

How to Apply:If you're ready to make a difference in the lives of individuals, we want to hear from you! we have several exciting opportunities with competitive pay & flexibility.Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you're passionate about this role. If you wish to discuss this further please call and can share the CV

we would be happy to have a confidential discussion.

Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.