Senior Practitioner

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

Job summary

A social care organization in Stevenage seeks a Social Work Advanced Practitioner for a locum role in the Early Intervention Team. You will supervise community care officers, conduct urgent assessments, and collaborate with health professionals to ensure individuals receive the best support. This role offers competitive pay of £34 per hour and a fulfilling chance to impact the community positively.

Benefits

Dynamic career and variety

Competitive pay

Career development opportunities

Flexible working environment

Great location in Stevenage

Qualifications

• Proven experience in social work and team supervision.
• Knowledge of The Care Act and Hertfordshire's Connected Lives principles.
• Ability to conduct urgent social care assessments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of Community Care Officers.
• Provide urgent social care assessments and interventions.
• Collaborate with health professionals from the Early Intervention Vehicle.
• Build links with local communities.
• Support individuals in accessing community support.

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Social care assessment

Collaboration with health professionals

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Social Work Advanced Practitioner – Early Intervention Team
Location: Stevenage, UK
Salary: £34 Hourly
Contract Duration: 3 Months Full Time

Embark on an exciting journey with us as a Social Work Advanced Practitioner in our Early Intervention Team based in Stevenage. This opportunity offers a rewarding role where you can truly make a difference, while also benefiting from the flexibility and variety that locum work provides. You will lead the charge in peer development and practice, supporting and supervising a team to elevate their skills and knowledge in line with vital legislation such as The Care Act and Hertfordshire’s Connected Lives principles.

Perks and benefits

• Locum job: Enjoy the freedom and variety that comes with locum work, allowing for a dynamic career and fresh challenges.
• Competitive pay: Earn £34 per hour, a fantastic rate for your invaluable expertise and time.
• Career development: Gain valuable experience and improve your own professional capacity while networking with key stakeholders in the social care field.
• Flexibility: Embrace the opportunity to work in a flexible environment that respects work-life balance and provides great learning experiences.
• Perfect location: Work in Stevenage, a vibrant area with stunning parks and excellent transport links to London.

What you will do

• Lead and supervise a team of Community Care Officers, ensuring high-quality delivery of statutory social care services.
• Provide urgent social care assessments and interventions to support individuals remaining in their usual place of residence rather than being admitted to hospital.
• Collaborate with health professionals from the Early Intervention Vehicle to assess and support adults at risk, focusing on safety and wellbeing.
• Build links with local communities and undertake multi-agency work alongside partner organisations, professionals, individuals, families, and carers.
• Support individuals in accessing community and voluntary support, while also giving advice and guidance to unpaid carers.