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Randstad are recruiting for a Qualified Social Worker to join East Lothian Council's Community team. This is a full time role offering a fantastic competitive pay rate.
Job Responsibility:
Adult Support and Protection (ASP)
Adults with Incapacity (AWI)
Mental Health Acts
Section 23 Assessments
Self-Directed Support (SDS)
Direct Payments
Assessing the needs of unpaid family carers to prevent burnout and ensure they have a "Carer Support Plan"
Going into hospitals to assess patients before they are discharged to ensure their home is safe
Responding to crises within hours to prevent an unnecessary hospital admission
Working with the "Community First" team and occupational therapists to help people regain skills after an illness
Managing a varied list of clients, which often includes those with dementia, physical disabilities, autism, or substance misuse issues
Participating in a rota (often based at John Muir House or a local hub) to handle new referrals and emergencies that come in during the day
Negotiating care costs with private providers and ensuring the Council's "Eligibility Criteria" are met before funding is approved
Multi-Disciplinary Collaboration
Requirements:
PVG
SSSC registration
Social Work Degree
Experience: Adults
What we offer:
Hybrid working
Competitive rates of pay
Mileage reimbursement
Supervision
Weekly pay
One committed and dedicated point of contact
An unlimited referrals incentive, giving you a £300 voucher for anyone you refer to us (T&Cs apply)
A full range of free training available
Access to 100s of discounts through the Hapi App
Free healthcare, medical and financial advice available