bolton - social worker - LD

Posted 28 September 2021
Salary Negotiable
LocationBolton
Job type Temporary
Discipline Social Care
ReferenceMIKEALA_1632832211
Contact NameMikeala Osborn

Job description

Our client bolton council are currently looking for a social worker to join their LD team.

Learning Disabilities - Bolton Adults (replacing old order 3F48C/1)

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Social Worker who has a passion for and experience in working with adults with Learning Disabilities, understanding their needs, aspirations and supporting them to enhance their quality of life.

Must have at least 3 years post qualified experience within Adults Services and direct work within a Adults Learning Disabilities Team.

Ideally have experience of using Liquid Logic

The Role:

To do everything possible to ensure the team provides an efficient and effective service to the residents of Bolton. This involves

  • Detailed assessment of need (Care Act) and effective asset based support planning, taking into account available resources, universal and voluntary services,
  • Carers assessments,
  • Capacity assessment and Best Interest decision making,
  • Continuing Health Care assessments,
  • Inter disciplinary and multi agency working,
  • Preferred experience of resettlement from out of area placements back into the local area,
  • Transition work for young adults moving into Adult Services, supporting individuals to move on from their family homes, and Safeguarding investigations.

You will have the ability to develop and maintain relationships with team members, external organisations, service users and carers. You will have the skills to be actively involved in multidisciplinary team working and decision making.
You will be able to remain focused and motivated during current remote working arrangements that are in place.

Essential requirements:
* Degree in Social Work or equivalent qualification
* Registration with Social Work England
* ASYE completed


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 £300* per person placed.
* Double payrolls each week.

*Terms & Conditions apply