Senior Practitioner

My Social Work News; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social work organization in Manchester is seeking an Advanced Social Work Practitioner for the Emergency Duty Team. This role involves responding to out-of-hours emergency calls, conducting assessments, and collaborating with various professionals to safeguard vulnerable individuals. The successful candidate will have strong emergency response skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure. This full-time position offers competitive hourly pay and flexibility in locum work.

Benefits

Locum Flexibility

Work–Life Balance

Skill Enhancement

Networking Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in emergency duty team or similar role.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding vulnerable individuals.
• Ability to manage crisis situations effectively.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergency calls promptly and effectively.
• Collaborate with agencies to safeguard individuals.
• Conduct assessments and deliver action plans.
• Support less experienced colleagues with your expertise.
• Maintain accurate case records as per statutory requirements.

Skills

Emergency response skills

Collaborative working

Comprehensive assessment

Case record maintenance

Job description

Position: Advanced Social Work Practitioner – Emergency Duty Team
Specialism: Emergency Duty
Location: Bury, UK
Salary: £40.00 per hour
Salary Type: Hourly
Term: Ongoing, Full Time

Join us as an Advanced Social Work Practitioner within the Emergency Duty Team (EDT) and take on a pivotal role supporting individuals and families during critical out-of-hours situations. This full-time, ongoing opportunity in Bury is ideal for an experienced EDT practitioner ready to make a meaningful difference, with no AMPH qualification required.

Perks and Benefits:

Locum Flexibility: Enjoy the freedom locum work offers, choosing assignments that align with your lifestyle and career goals.

Work–Life Balance: A full-time role designed to support a healthy balance between professional commitment and personal wellbeing.

Skill Enhancement: Handle a wide range of emergency cases, expanding your professional expertise in a fast-paced environment.

Networking Opportunities: Collaborate with dedicated professionals and strengthen your career within a supportive multidisciplinary network.

What You Will Do:

Respond promptly and effectively to emergency calls received outside of standard working hours, ensuring individuals in crisis receive immediate assistance.

Work collaboratively with various agencies and professionals to safeguard vulnerable individuals and manage risk.

Carry out comprehensive assessments, identifying needs and risks before formulating and delivering robust action plans.

Offer support and guidance to less experienced colleagues, contributing to team development with your expertise in emergency duty practice.

Maintain timely, accurate, and detailed case records in line with statutory requirements.

Why Bury?

Bury offers an excellent quality of life, combining rich heritage, cultural attractions, and beautiful open spaces. With a friendly community and outstanding local amenities, it’s a fantastic place to both work and call home.

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