Social worker

Medway Council Children and Young People Disability Team

Up to 48,695

+ 6,000 market premia + 3,000 annual retention payment after 1 years' service

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

Manage and hold a caseload of complex cases within our 0-25's disability service ensuring that our children and young adults with disabilities are safeguarded and supported to achieve their full potential.

To work closely with multi agency partners such as Health and Education, to ensure children and young adults with disabilities receive the services they require to allow them to thrive and have a voice as valued members of our community.

Offer expert advice and support to less experienced staff on aspects of casework and where appropriate act as a Practice Assessor for students on placement.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

Manage a caseload of complex cases, undertaking focused, analytical assessments, plans and reviews that have clear objectives and outcome measures in order to ensure that all children and young adults with disabilities receive a service that reflects the Council's commitment to child and adult safeguarding and meaningful transition into young adulthood.

Demonstrate and model a high standard of practice that reflects a value based and child-centred approach to working with disabled children, young adults and their families, in recognition of the Children Act 1989, Children and Families Act 2014, and Care Act 2014.

To work directly with disabled children and disabled young adults to establish their wishes and feelings, using a variety of techniques, as required.

To be a Signs of Safety Champion and consistently use the Signs of Safety practice model to improve the outcomes and safety of children.

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