Social Worker (Localities) bei Barnet Council Business Unit
Barnet Council Business Unit · London, Vereinigtes Königreich · Hybrid
- Professional
- Optionales Büro in London
About Barnet Council
Barnet is a borough with much to be proud of. Our excellent schools, vibrant town centers, vast green spaces and diverse communities all help make it a great place to live and work. As a council we want to build on these strengths as we move into the future. We are growing and developing as an organisation to meet the challenges facing our borough and we are committed to working with partner organisations and residents to make Barnet even better. As an organisation, our staff are committed to Our Values: Learning to Improve, Caring, Inclusive, Collaborative – which drive everything we do.
About the role
- You will be responsible for assessing and care planning of adults who have need for care and support arising from mental health & OR physical disability.
- Working collaboratively with health partners from (BEH) Barnet, Enfield and Haringey mental health trust as well as other health and social care colleagues as part of multi-agency approach.
- Responsible for undertaking a range of statutory care and support functions under the Care Act and assessing eligible mental health needs - Section 117 aftercare under the Mental Health Act 1983.
- Being part of a supportive and co-productive team under a united & vibrant service area.
- Conducting person-centred and strengths-based assessments to meet identified social care needs.
- To plan relevant responses to meet individual needs in collaboration with relatives, carers, advocates and representatives, and in consultation with health and other agencies.
- Responsible for safeguarding adults at risk which is a fundamental element implementing principles embedded in all procedures, practices, professional advice, decisions and support.
- Conducting individual complex assessments and safeguarding enquiries to establish clear, relevant, proportionate, and appropriate options for the individual to meet their identified outcomes.
Please click here to download the Job description for this role.
About you
- Hold relevant Social Work degree qualification and registered as a Social Worker with the Social Work England.
- Understanding and experience in working with vulnerable adults.
- Relevant experience in operating effectively as a practising Social Worker.
- Understanding and experience in operating with a comprehensive assessment framework including self-assessment.
- Experience in preparing clear and accurate correspondence, reports and other written documentation.
- Record of high performance in successfully delivering a customer-focused service to demanding targets and objectives.
- Experience in actively and effectively participating in cross-functional networks and local groups.
What we offer
- 31 days annual leave, plus public and bank holidays
- Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, which provides a valuable guaranteed income in your retirement together with security for your dependents
- Work-life balance options may include hybrid working, flexitime, job share, home working, part-time
- A vast range of lifestyle discounts from major retailers, supermarkets, energy suppliers and more
- Broad range of payroll benefits including cycle to work, eye care vouchers, travel and gym membership
- Excellent training and development opportunities
- Employee well- being training programs including confidential employee assistance
How to apply
Read the job description and person specification before clicking ‘Apply’ to commence the online application form. If you would like any further information about the role before applying, please contact [email protected] or [email protected].
Barnet Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Barnet operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.
To deliver Barnet Council’s commitment to equality of opportunity in the provision of services, all staff are expected to promote equality in the workplace and in the services the Council delivers. As such we value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. For further information, please read our equality statement.
Barnet Council embraces all forms of flexible working (including part-time, compressed hours, and remote working) and is committed to offering employees a healthy work-life balance. Candidates are encouraged to talk about relevant requirements and preferences at interview. We can’t promise to give you exactly what you want, but we do promise not to judge you for asking.
Barnet Council is a Disability Confident Committed Employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply
All posts with the council are subject to a probationary period of six months, during which time you will be required to demonstrate to the council satisfaction your suitability for the position in which you will be employed.
Due to the high number of applications that are received for some posts we may close vacancies before the stated closing date if sufficient number of applications are received. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible.
Please ensure you regularly check the email account (including JUNK MAIL folders) that you use to submit your application, as any further communication regarding your application will be sent electronically. Should you not hear from us within four working weeks of the closing date for this post, then regretfully in this instance, you have not been shortlisted.
