Adults Social Worker - Safeguarding

Our client Worcestershire county council is looking for an Adults Social Worker to join their Safeguarding team. Purpose of job: • To listen and connect with adults and carers to promote their well-being and to maximise independence and access to community resources. To work intensely with adults to regain control of their lives when a crisis occurs and support people to plan for the future. • Through meaningful conversations, you will carry out and review assessments and support plan for adults and their carers to build a good life within their community. Main Activities & Responsibilities: • To work with adults, using a strength based approach, who have complex or fluctuating needs and require intensive support to reduce and manage those risks. • To work in partnership and engage other professionals to ensure there is a multi-agency approach which enables the adult and/or their carer to live as independently as possible. • To meet statutory requirements including best practice in relation to the principles of the Care Act 2014 and the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and the Mental Health Act 1983. • As an experienced social worker, it is a requirement to be autonomous in the application of relevant legislation, policy, procedures and social work theory. • To support the professional and practice development of social care workers, newly qualified social workers and level 2 social workers within teams through reflective practice, peer support, mentoring and 'buddy' system. • To support and promote opportunities for students within the team, including shadowing. • To identify and support adults and carers who may be at risk of abuse or neglect using Making Safeguarding Personal and complete section 42 enquiries as directed. • The Social Worker may be expected, on occasions, to represent the Authority in court and also may be required to attend as a witness or give evidence. • To represent the service, adults and carers' views at a range of meetings and exchange information, make decisions and review progress. • To carry out meaningful conversations which determine eligibility under the Care Act (2014). • To engage with adults and their carers using a strengths-based approach to identify available resources to meet their needs (wherever possible). Benefits of working with Remedy • A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant. • Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs • Referral bonus - up to £250* per person placed. • Double payrolls each week. *Terms & Conditions apply You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions. Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit.