Summary: The role of an experienced Adult Social Worker in Gateshead involves managing a mixed caseload within the Physical Disabilities business unit. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, care planning, and providing advocacy for service users and their families. The position requires adherence to the Care Act 2014 principles and a commitment to strength-based approaches. This is a temporary 3-month position aimed at supporting adults in the community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a varied caseload, working with adults with physical disabilities.
• Conduct assessments, care planning, and safeguarding interventions.
• Provide advice, support, and advocacy to service users and their families.
• Undertake duty work as part of the team's responsibilities.
• Work in line with Care Act 2014 principles and promote strength-based approaches.

Key Skills:

• Qualified Social Worker (Social Work England registration required).
• Experience in adult social care, particularly in physical disabilities.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding, mental capacity assessments, and care planning.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Salary (Rate): 27.20

City: Gateshead

Country: England

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other