Key Responsibilities

• Undertaking assessments and possibly MCA and BI work.
• Supporting older people and their carers.
• Identifying and managing risks.
• Complex casework.
• Care management across health and social care settings.

Skills and Expertise

• Experience with older people and their carers (12+ months post-qualifying).
• Assessment of need.
• Complex casework experience.
• Care management experience.
• Understanding of older adult needs and carer support.
• Safeguarding knowledge.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, guidance, and best practice.
• Mental Capacity Act knowledge and implementation.
• Appropriate social work qualification (Degree in Social Work, DipSW, or equivalent).
• CCW/CQC registration.
• Good communication skills (written and verbal).
• Good IT skills.
• Organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Partnership building skills.
• Crisis management and conflict resolution.
• Managing challenging behaviours.
• Commitment to equal opportunities and non-discriminatory practice.
• Confidentiality commitment.
• Knowledge and commitment to social care principles.
• Commitment to CPEL.

Job Facilities/Benefits

• Flexible working available
• Enhanced DBS check required