Community Care officer

4Social Work has an exciting Community Care Officer position that has become available within Adult Services we are seeking a skilled and motivated individual to work within a challenging yet rewarding role for our client based in North East of the UK

The position will be initially for 10 Months, but is likely to be extended due to the nature of the work.

Duties May Include:
• Hold and manage a caseload of service users with a higher level of need, possibly at a substantial eligibility level. This will include the identification of service users and the provision of information and advice. Including a potential for a complex response assessment of user and career need, commissioning follow on care and monitoring and review, amending as required. Operating within budget framework set by the Directorate and managed by the Practice Manager.
• Provide support to Qualified Social Workers / therapists as required in line with the service roles and responsibilities.
• Contribute, co-operate and work in partnership with other agencies to ensure service users are safe and protected and to maximize the outcomes for service users.
• To provide a range of equipment, arrange minor adaptation work and to teach alternative techniques to overcome the effects of disability on independent living where appropriate.

Please note that this is a qualified position so you will need a social work degree/masters or equivalent, be GSCC registered and have relevant experience for this role. Any applications received without meeting these minimum criteria will not be considered.

We offer...
• Competitive rates
• Bonuses for your loyalty and referrals
• Training opportunities and professional development
• Full support by an expert Social Work Consultant team

Upon registering with 4Social Work you will need to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK, certificates of qualifications, 3 forms of Identity (1 must be registered to your current address), Overseas police check if applicable and proof of National Insurance, a clear enhanced CRB, references covering the last 5 years and a full CV covering and explaining any gaps in your employment history and also having the reasons for leaving your previous posts.
If you are looking for your next role, whether newly qualified or at management level, please email us your CV and job reference ASAP.

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