Social Worker - Level 2 - Adults

Who You Are

• Professionally qualified as a Social Worker with current HCPC Social Work Registration.
• Minimum of 2 years post-qualification practice experience.
• Committed to continuous professional development and learning.
• Enhanced knowledge of relevant legislation underpinning statutory Adult Care Practice.
• Ability to work autonomously in identifying and addressing needs and risks.
• Possess strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Demonstrate values that promote wellbeing, challenge oppression and discrimination, and empower individuals.
• Proven ability to supervise and mentor colleagues, fostering their professional growth.
• Organizational and administrative skills necessary for managing complex caseloads.
• Able to assess service quality and promote social inclusion.
• Proficient conversational skills in spoken English as per Fluency Duty requirements.

What the Job Involves

• Managing a varied and complex caseload while maintaining professional accountability.
• Conducting needs assessments following the Care Act 2014 and promoting a strengths-based approach.
• Involvement in safeguarding enquiries and placing outcomes at the center of practice.
• Acting as a deputy in the absence of the Lead Practitioner.
• Supervising and mentoring up to four non-registered social care practitioners and social work students.
• Identifying and addressing non-social care needs and collaborating with partners.
• Constructing value-for-money care packages in line with eligibility criteria.
• Assisting individuals, families, and communities in informed decision-making and service planning.
• Researching and reporting on service provision and resource gaps.
• Maintaining case notes, writing reports, and possibly giving evidence in court for care proceedings.
• Ensuring compliance with Lincolnshire County Council Adult Care policies and procedures.
• Promoting organizational transformation and self-service for cost effectiveness.
• Safeguarding children and vulnerable adults, respecting relevant policies and procedures.