Childrens Social Worker - Referral And Assessment

 We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Social Worker to join our Duty & Assessment team in South Yorkshire.

Job title: Social Worker - Duty & Assessment
Job Type: Full time, Permanent
Hours: 37 hours per week
Salary: Up to £41,513 per annum

?? Purpose:

• Manage a case load of “children in need” “at risk of significant harm and / or “looked after,” adhering to legislative and procedural requirements, ensuring the best possible outcomes for the children concerned.

?? Responsibilities and Duties:

• To undertake procedurally compliant assessments and section 47 enquiries that clearly identify levels and types of risk or need based on documented evidence.
• To record and analyse information gathered during the process of social care assessment in line with policies and best practice.
• Engage with children, their carers and families in such a way as to clearly understand their circumstances, wishes and feelings and form conclusions which direct longer-term interventions focussed on the best interests of the child.
• To have involvement in the process of taking and recording children’s contacts and referrals, contributing to achieving a full understanding of the issues being referred, the relative urgency, the level of risk or need and the action needed in individual cases.

?? Knowledge & Skills:

• Good knowledge of relevant legislation, statutory guidance and social work theory, including presenting evidence to court.
• Good knowledge of best practice risk assessment in Children’s Social Work and adept at undertaking safeguarding investigations.
• Able to demonstrate the standards required by the HCPC competence framework.
• Good communicator with children.

?? Experience:

• Working in a childcare environment or equivalent work with vulnerable groups.

?? Qualifications:

• CQSW / DIPSW / Degree in Social Work or equivalent.

?? Special Conditions:

• Registration with SWE
• Must be a driver with own vehicle.

?? Benefits:

• Up to £7000 relocation package
• Local government pension
• Flexible working
• Generous annual leave entitlements
• Discounted leisure facilities
• Car parking permit scheme in the city centre

Join us in creating a better future for children in the South Yorkshire area! If you have the passion and expertise to make a difference, apply now and be a part of our dedicated team.