JOB-20240819-db742659
Social Worker - Adults Access Team
Job Title: Social Worker - Adults Access Team Specialism: Adult Social Care Location: Liverpool, UK Salary: £330.77 per day Contract Type: Ongoing Locum Working Pattern: Part-Time / Full-Time
Role Overview
Liverpool City Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join the Adults Access Team. This ongoing locum opportunity offers a competitive rate of £330.77 per day and flexible working hours, with both part-time and full-time options available.
As part of the Adult Social Care front door service, you will play a key role in ensuring that adults and their families receive the right support at the earliest opportunity. Working in a fast-paced environment, you will assess new referrals, provide professional advice and guidance, and ensure safeguarding concerns are responded to appropriately.
Perks and Benefits
Flexible Working Options Choose between part-time or full-time hours to suit your lifestyle while continuing to make a meaningful impact in the community.
Competitive Daily Rate Benefit from an attractive daily rate of £330.77, recognising your expertise and professional contribution.
Professional Networking Work alongside a wide range of professionals across health services, community organisations, and local authority teams.
Varied Casework Experience Engage with diverse cases that will strengthen your assessment skills and broaden your professional knowledge.
Career Development Access ongoing training and development opportunities to support your continued professional growth within adult social care.
Key Responsibilities
Act as the first point of professional contact for new referrals into Adult Social Care.
Screen and triage referrals received from professionals, families, and self-referrals.
Undertake initial assessments and risk evaluations to determine eligibility for services.
Apply relevant legislation, including the Care Act 2014 and safeguarding procedures.
Provide advice, guidance, and signposting to appropriate statutory and community services.
Identify and respond to safeguarding concerns in line with local authority procedures.
Work collaboratively with health professionals, community organisations, and internal teams.
Maintain accurate and timely case recordings using electronic case management systems.
Participate in duty rotas and respond to urgent referrals where required.
Requirements
Qualified Social Worker with a recognised social work qualification (BA / MA Social Work or equivalent).
Registration with Social Work England.
Experience working within Adult Social Care, ideally within a duty, access, or front door service.
Strong knowledge of the Care Act 2014, safeguarding legislation, and adult social care frameworks.
Ability to manage referrals in a fast-paced environment and prioritise effectively.
Excellent communication, assessment, and decision-making skills.
About Liverpool
Liverpool is a vibrant and welcoming city known for its rich cultural heritage, world-famous music scene, and stunning waterfront. With excellent amenities, diverse communities, and a strong sense of local pride, Liverpool offers a fantastic environment to live and work while making a real difference to people's lives.
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