Kinship Care Social Worker – Placements & Assessments

Aberdeenshire Health and Social Care Partnership; Midmill; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

The Health and Social Care Organization is seeking a Social Worker for Kinship Care in Midmill. This part-time position involves conducting initial and formal assessments for Kinship Care, identifying support needs for Carers, and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation. Ideal candidates will have a Social Work Qualification and experience in child welfare assessments. This is a permanent role with a competitive salary range and a work pattern from Monday to Thursday.

Qualifications

• Experience in undertaking viability and Kinship Care assessments.
• Understanding of the Children Act and related legislation.
• Ability to work confidentially and sensitively with families.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial viability and formal Kinship Care assessments.
• Identify support needs of Kinship Carers.
• Ensure confidentiality and quality service delivery.

Skills

Assessment skills

Support provision

Knowledge of relevant legislation

Education

Social Work Qualification

Job description

The Health and Social Care Organization is seeking a Social Worker for Kinship Care in Midmill. This part-time position involves conducting initial and formal assessments for Kinship Care, identifying support needs for Carers, and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation. Ideal candidates will have a Social Work Qualification and experience in child welfare assessments. This is a permanent role with a competitive salary range and a work pattern from Monday to Thursday.