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We are working on behalf of Rochdal Borough County Council and are seeking an experienced Adult Social Worker to join a dynamic, supportive team delivering statutory adult social care and mental health services. This is an exciting opportunity to hold a manageable caseload, work collaboratively with co-located colleagues from Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of adults in the community.
Job Responsibility:
Hold a caseload and manage cases efficiently
Undertake all statutory adult social care functions
Participate in the duty rota and Social Circumstance Report rota
Work in partnership with colleagues from Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust
Contribute to a supportive, collaborative working environment
Requirements:
Minimum 3 years’ experience in statutory adult social care and/or adult mental health services
Registered with Social Work England
Full driving licence for work purposes
Willingness to work predominantly from the office, with some flexibility to work from home
Satisfactory DBS check and references
Experience undertaking assessments of need under the Care Act and s117 Mental Health Act
Conducting Mental Capacity Assessments and leading Best Interest meetings
Reviewing services and forming care plans
Facilitating safe hospital discharges
Statutory safeguarding of adults, including concerns, enquiries, and case conferences
Undertaking duty functions, including triaging referrals
Strong knowledge and understanding of adult social care legislation
Nice to have:
Experience completing Social Circumstance Reports
Experience of Court of Protection work, including s21A challenge work