ASW - Social Worker ( 2+ years post qualification experience) - Assessment & Safeguarding
Haringey Council
Who You Are
You are a professional who advocates for strength-based practice, contributing to the betterment of the community. You liaise with multiple sectors, provide crucial advice to residents and carers, and aid in improving their quality of life. You are committed to maintaining accurate case records and making informed decisions for the proper implementation of support plans. You are also proactive and willing to undertake special projects, participate in risk assessments, and keep up with necessary training.
What the Job Involves
Your role involves holding a caseload to support residents' independence and wellbeing, conduct assessments and reviews, provide practical support to residents and carers, and coordinate short term care while providing respite for carers. You will work collaboratively with clients, relatives, and communities, liaise with the multidisciplinary team, housing, and social care partnerships to gather relevant information for assessment and support planning. Your duty includes keeping timely electronic case records and contributing to safeguarding personal decisions, risk assessments, and protection plans.
Skills
- Caseload handling and management
- Strengths-based practices
- Assessment and review
- Practical support for residents and carers
- Effective liaison with MDT and relevant partnerships
- Case record management
- Safeguarding personal decision-making
- Ability to contribute to risk assessments and protection plans
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills