Social Worker - Adult Service

Government of The United Kingdom, Pierremont, Darlington

Social Worker - Adult Service

£40476

Government of The United Kingdom, Pierremont, Darlington

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Remote working

Posted today, 22 Dec | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 803e5eeca0bb4e08a9ef52fdf416abda

Full Job Description

We are looking for a permanent Social Worker who is experienced in safeguarding adults and who shares our passion in working with adults and their families. You need to be committed to strength-based practice, focusing on enabling people as much as possible to build on their own networks and strengths as a means of promoting their own safety and overall well-being. The team are motivated and committed to ensuring Making Safeguarding Personal is embedded in all aspects of work with adults. We have developed strong multi-agency relationships with a range of partners to ensure the principles of MSP is a fundamental feature of the work we undertake with adults. Darlington has a stable provider market and excellent collaborations with stakeholders and partners. You will provide Safeguarding assessments and interventions for Adults aged 18+ in the Darlington area in line with current legislation. We are based at the Town Hall in Darlington and currently offer a Blended working approach which includes working from home. The team works proactively with service users, their families, carers and professionals to safeguard and protect adults at risk. The dynamic nature of the team is underpinned by a passionate commitment to the principles underpinning The Care Act (2014) and strong emphasis on Making Safeguarding Personal.

Demonstrate sound assessment and case management skills Be able to work in a busy environment and to tight time scales Have excellent written and verbal communication skills Be committed to multi-disciplinary working and making a difference to those we work with. Have a good knowledge and understanding of the Mental Capacity Act (2005), the Care Act (2014), and The Human Rights Act (1998)

Darlington Safeguarding Team is currently undergoing an exciting transformation to continue our journey to build and invest in a safeguarding function that models best national practice and reflects the principles of Making Safeguarding Personal ( MSP).

The rewards for working at Darlington Borough Council go beyond the salary you will receive; we have numerous additional benefits such as:

  • 32 days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays, with option to purchase additional Annual Leave (pro-rata for part time working)
  • Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme with option to make Additional Voluntary Contributions
  • Flexi-time scheme
  • Flexible working
  • Generous Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Leave schemes
  • Staff equality forums
  • Green Car Leasing Scheme
  • Access to a wide range of training, learning and development
  • Physiotherapy service
  • Confidential counselling service
  • Great wellbeing offer
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Dolphin Centre Fit for Life Discounts
  • Local and National retailer discounts
  • Arriva Employee Travel Club