Social work job - Community Team - #2196052

Your new company
We have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Qualified Social Worker to join Birmingham City Council's Perry Barr Community Team, supporting adults across the local community.Previous Birmingham recruitment information confirms Qualified Social Worker roles within its Community teams, including Perry Barr.

Your new role
As a Community Social Worker, you will work with adults who have a range of care and support needs, promoting independence, strengths-based practice and positive outcomes.Key Responsibilities

• Undertake Care Act 2014 assessments and reviews
• Develop person-centred support plans based on individual strengths, needs and outcomes
• Complete Mental Capacity Act assessments and contribute to Best Interests decision-making where appropriate
• Identify and respond to safeguarding concerns in line with statutory duties
• Manage a varied caseload of adults with differing levels of complexity
• Work closely with individuals, families, carers and partner agencies
• Work collaboratively with health professionals and wider multidisciplinary services
• Support individuals to maximise independence, choice and control
• Ensure case records, assessments and plans are accurate, timely and of a high professional standard
• Contribute to effective risk management while balancing individuals' rights, wishes and independence

What you'll need to succeed
Qualified Social Worker with a recognised Social Work qualification
Social Work England registration
Experience working within Adult Social Care, ideally within a community setting
Good working knowledge of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005 and adult safeguarding
Confident completing assessments, reviews and support planning
Ability to manage a busy caseload and work effectively with partner agencies
Strong communication, assessment and decision-making skills


What you'll get in return
Competitive hourly rate of 28.40ph
Full-time hours with flexible/hybrid working arrangements
The opportunity to join Birmingham City Council's Perry Barr Community Team
A varied Adult Social Care role working with individuals with a range of care and support needs
Partnership working with health professionals, families, carers and community services
The opportunity to deliver strengths-based, person-centred social work and promote independence
A rewarding role where you can make a positive difference to adults within the Perry Barr community


What you need to do now
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