Social Worker - Adult Over 65 Team in Sutton In Ashfield, Nottinghamshire

JOB-20240819-db742659

Experienced Social Worker (Band B) - Adult Over 65 Team - Sutton in Ashfield, UK - £26.51 Hourly - Full Time - Ongoing

Embark on a fulfilling journey as an Experienced Social Worker within the vibrant Adult Over 65 Team in Sutton in Ashfield, UK. This ongoing role offers an hourly rate of £26.51 and presents you with an excellent opportunity to thrive in an exciting environment. As a key player in this team, your focus will be on assessing and meeting the complex needs of individuals over the age of 65, empowering them to live independently for as long as possible. Full-time hours ensure you can fully immerse yourself in this crucial and rewarding role.

Perks and benefits:

• Locum: Enjoy the flexibility and variety that locum work brings, allowing you to balance work with your personal commitments. It’s a chance to build a broad range of experiences across different settings without the long-term commitment.
• Professional Development: Benefit from excellent learning opportunities, including training specific to your role and ways to develop new systems and approaches.
• Supportive Environment: Join a well-established, friendly team that fosters a 'can do' ethos, supporting you to achieve great outcomes.
• Commissioning Skills: Develop your ability to liaise with various providers and support networks, enhancing your negotiation skills.

What you will do:

• Maintain and manage a complex caseload, conducting thorough assessments and reviews of individual needs, and initiating actions to promote independence.
• Employ a range of health and social care tools for assessments, contributing significantly to continuing healthcare discussions.
• Identify Reablement opportunities and facilitate access to these services for those in need.
• Promote a Strength-Based Approach to inspire independence and well-being, encouraging proactive management of personal needs and risks.
• Maximize the use of community resources and other support systems, aligning with the Adult Care Strategy.
• Continuously monitor and review the delivery of services, focusing on well-being and holistic outcomes.
• Coordinate with local providers and support networks to negotiate better outcomes.
• Offer professional advice and support to individuals, their carers, and colleagues, fostering strong partnerships.
• Undertake safeguarding responsibilities and maintain the role of a Safeguarding Officer.
• Organise personal workload and maintain standards of social work practice, adopting a confidential approach at all times.

Sutton in Ashfield provides a dynamic environment to live and work, with its blend of tranquility and urban charm. With great transport links, a vibrant community spirit, and rich history, Sutton in Ashfield offers an appealing lifestyle and work-life balance. This role not only enhances your career but also provides the chance to make a meaningful impact in a welcoming location. Join us in making a difference and experience the adventure that working in Sutton in Ashfield can bring!

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