Job Description

Social Worker \xe2\x80\x93 Substance Misuse Team \xe2\x80\x93 Flexible Working

Requirements:

• Social Work England Registration
• Experience of carrying out Care Act assessments, Safeguarding Adults Enquiry and Mental Capacity assessment.
• Enhanced DBS

This local authority based in South Wales is seeking an experienced Social Worker to be part of Substance Misuse Team, working within the Mental Health service. You will be responsible for supporting the service in ensuring that primary carers for this service users group are recognised, informed and supported to remain in their key roles.

This authority has a wide ranging training offer which can support staff with their CPD which is required for their registration. They continue to offer agile and flexible working in line with needs of the service and offer mentoring opportunities to staff who wish to progress into more senior positions.

Working with individuals embarking on their recovery journey, you will deliver psychosocial interventions to maximise positive outcomes. The role will involve working closely with statutory services ensuring the needs are met under the provision of the Care Act 2014. You will also work with parents of children subject to children\xe2\x80\x99s services involvement. Where risks to children are identified, you will lead on raising concerns, liaising closely with statutory services. Applying a rights\xe2\x80\x99 based approach you will advocate and support individuals navigating the social care system.

For further information on the role, send your CV in a Microsoft Word format to Prakash on p.mistry@nonstop-recruitment.com or give me a ring on 0207 940 2100 Ext: 7157.

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