Senior Housing Support Worker - Essex and Norfolk CAS2 Senior Housing Support Worker - Essex and Norfolk Location: Essex and Norfolk with travel to - (Norwich, Ipswich, Colchester, Chelmsford, Southend). Salary - £26,478 (Including £200 Unsociable Hours Allowance) Job Type - Permanent/Full-Time Hours 40 hours (including 5 hours paid lunch breaks) (Driving License and access to vehicle MANDATORY) The provision of the contract is a morning shift 08:00 - 16:00 and a late shift 14:00 - 22:00 with a rolling Rota for on-call shifts covering weeknights, weekends, and bank holidays However, there is flexibility around this which can be discussed at the interview. We believe that a career is not just about earning a living; it's about leadership, having your say and making things happen that can mean positive changes to the lives of vulnerable people. We are a national social justice charity with more than 50 years' experience of changing lives, building stronger communities, and reducing crime. Nacro is launching CAS-2, a national service commissioned by Ministry of Justice to provide accommodation and support as an alternative to custody. We are looking for a number of Senior Support Workers to join us at an exciting time of change. Who are we looking for? This is an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Senior Support Worker to make a positive impact on the lives of service users by co-ordinating the provision of direct housing related support and housing management services. This will be achieved by working with area operation and central support teams and liaising with a range of external agencies and partners. Key Responsibilities • Act as a peripatetic senior operational lead working across services providing direct input and support on practice, performance, or quality matters. • Co-ordinating and delivering service improvement plans for a service or group of services working in collaboration with the Quality team and Service Leads. Support in the co-ordination of service audits. • Work with the Quality and Safeguarding Team on development and implementation of procedures and toolkits relating to working with service users who require higher levels of support. • Be a safeguarding lead, advising teams on effective management of incidents, practice, and reporting. Liaise with relevant external agencies e.g. Local Authority, Social Services, Children s teams etc. • Act as an operational subject matter expert to input to policy and procedure reviews. • Carry a small caseload of complex need service users. • Be a senior operational representative for complex case reviews with external professionals. • Represent services at external operational meetings related to service user assessments, reviews and referral assessment as required. • Deputise for the Service Lead at external service or contract reviews as required. • Deputise for Service Leads as required and line manage teams of support workers for temporary periods of time. • Ensure teams are compliant with voids and arrears protocols and procedures and review performance data in conjunction with Service Leads intervening where there are areas of underperformance or non-compliance. • Meet individual performance targets and contribute towards meeting team performance targets as required. • Liaise with the Housing Management and Performance teams to monitor service performance and agree the implementation and reporting of any improvement actions. • Be a lead Health and Safety and compliance role for the area in matters relating to gas certification; legionella, property standards and fire risk assessment completion and actions What you can expect from us • A dynamic and supportive team who delivers results for the people we support every day. • The opportunity to work flexibly within the community as this role allows you to work from home in between property visits. • A commitment to helping you learn and develop your career. • Excellent benefits including a great annual leave entitlement, additional special leave, an occupational sick pay scheme which exceeds statutory requirements and cycle-to-work scheme. This role requires regular travel and a Full Driving License with access to your vehicle are an essential criteria. An Enhanced DBS check is required for this role, as well as registration on the DBS Update Service. These will be completed as part of the Pre-Employment Screening process. This role also requires a Prison Clearance. For further information about the role, pleased click here. For further information about Nacro s amazing benefits, please click here If you have any questions or would like to have an informal chat regarding the role, please contact the hiring manager on (url removed)
Apr 24, 2024
Full time
Senior Housing Support Worker - Essex and Norfolk CAS2 Senior Housing Support Worker - Essex and Norfolk Location: Essex and Norfolk with travel to - (Norwich, Ipswich, Colchester, Chelmsford, Southend). Salary - £26,478 (Including £200 Unsociable Hours Allowance) Job Type - Permanent/Full-Time Hours 40 hours (including 5 hours paid lunch breaks) (Driving License and access to vehicle MANDATORY) The provision of the contract is a morning shift 08:00 - 16:00 and a late shift 14:00 - 22:00 with a rolling Rota for on-call shifts covering weeknights, weekends, and bank holidays However, there is flexibility around this which can be discussed at the interview. We believe that a career is not just about earning a living; it's about leadership, having your say and making things happen that can mean positive changes to the lives of vulnerable people. We are a national social justice charity with more than 50 years' experience of changing lives, building stronger communities, and reducing crime. Nacro is launching CAS-2, a national service commissioned by Ministry of Justice to provide accommodation and support as an alternative to custody. We are looking for a number of Senior Support Workers to join us at an exciting time of change. Who are we looking for? This is an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Senior Support Worker to make a positive impact on the lives of service users by co-ordinating the provision of direct housing related support and housing management services. This will be achieved by working with area operation and central support teams and liaising with a range of external agencies and partners. Key Responsibilities • Act as a peripatetic senior operational lead working across services providing direct input and support on practice, performance, or quality matters. • Co-ordinating and delivering service improvement plans for a service or group of services working in collaboration with the Quality team and Service Leads. Support in the co-ordination of service audits. • Work with the Quality and Safeguarding Team on development and implementation of procedures and toolkits relating to working with service users who require higher levels of support. • Be a safeguarding lead, advising teams on effective management of incidents, practice, and reporting. Liaise with relevant external agencies e.g. Local Authority, Social Services, Children s teams etc. • Act as an operational subject matter expert to input to policy and procedure reviews. • Carry a small caseload of complex need service users. • Be a senior operational representative for complex case reviews with external professionals. • Represent services at external operational meetings related to service user assessments, reviews and referral assessment as required. • Deputise for the Service Lead at external service or contract reviews as required. • Deputise for Service Leads as required and line manage teams of support workers for temporary periods of time. • Ensure teams are compliant with voids and arrears protocols and procedures and review performance data in conjunction with Service Leads intervening where there are areas of underperformance or non-compliance. • Meet individual performance targets and contribute towards meeting team performance targets as required. • Liaise with the Housing Management and Performance teams to monitor service performance and agree the implementation and reporting of any improvement actions. • Be a lead Health and Safety and compliance role for the area in matters relating to gas certification; legionella, property standards and fire risk assessment completion and actions What you can expect from us • A dynamic and supportive team who delivers results for the people we support every day. • The opportunity to work flexibly within the community as this role allows you to work from home in between property visits. • A commitment to helping you learn and develop your career. • Excellent benefits including a great annual leave entitlement, additional special leave, an occupational sick pay scheme which exceeds statutory requirements and cycle-to-work scheme. This role requires regular travel and a Full Driving License with access to your vehicle are an essential criteria. An Enhanced DBS check is required for this role, as well as registration on the DBS Update Service. These will be completed as part of the Pre-Employment Screening process. This role also requires a Prison Clearance. For further information about the role, pleased click here. For further information about Nacro s amazing benefits, please click here If you have any questions or would like to have an informal chat regarding the role, please contact the hiring manager on (url removed)
Purpose of the Job: To complete social care assessments and undertake casework of residents in the community and other care settings. To commission care services according to assessment outcomes and eligibility in relation to the Care Act. To participate in the duty rota - this is the single point of contact for referrals for Adult Social Care. Where necessary undertake crisis intervention where enquiries indicate the need for immediate risk management. Main Responsibilities: To carry out home visits and consult with service users, carers, and relevant agencies and professionals. To alert the Registered Care Manager to any safeguarding concerns. To ensure assessments and support plans are carried out in a person-centered and outcome-focused way. To advise on the use of personal budgets and direct payments. Where appropriate, to assist customers to maximise their independence. To undertake any necessary adjustments or to cease care packages by both the organization's Eligibility Criteria and Operational Guidance and the needs of the service user. To make any necessary arrangements for the implementation of changes in service provision. To commission and make arrangements for the provision of new services when needed or refer to other appropriate agencies. To maintain efficient and effective liaison with all Departmental Staff and other Independent and Voluntary Agencies. To maintain accurate case records and to prepare any required reports. To maintain accurate statistical data and the Department's computerized information system. To work within and contribute to the development of departmental and team procedures and policies. To participate in regular supervision and the Appraisal process and attend training as required. Attend and participate in relevant staff and service meetings. In all of the above to undertake practice in an anti-discriminatory and anti oppressive manner. Any other duties as directed by your line manager, Director or as agreed with the Senior Management Group. To act by the principles set out in the Employee Code of Conduct and the organization's Values, recognizing the duty of all public sector employees to discharge public functions reasonably and according to the law. Duties And Responsibilities Objectives To ensure that agreed quality assurance initiatives are implemented within the home. Liaise with social care regulators and local authorities to ensure satisfactory standards are maintained To become the person in charge responsible for the day-to-day running of the homecare services with 24-hour responsibility for the care of the Service users. To be the Information Governance Lead for their home and to work in collaboration with the Company's Information Governance Lead, being accountable to the Senior Operations Team. To provide improvement, independence, and choice for Service Users, making sure they are treated with dignity at all times. To manage the effective use of resources and maintain high levels of occupancy. To comply with all regulatory requirements at all times and in particular the Regulations for the Registration and Inspection of the services. To ensure policy and procedures are implemented and understood by all the staff to ensure the highest standard of care. Leadership To provide leadership to all staff to deliver the highest possible quality of care within a safe working and living environment. To be a good model for all employees, being approachable and providing a regular presence on the "shop floor" as well as being consistent in all actions and decisions. To set and maintain clear standards within the service in line with the Verity Healthcare quality assessment tool. To ensure that staff selection processes for all applied thoroughly and that all candidates are treated professionally. To ensure all staff maintain the registration with their national bodies. To develop a culture of continuous quality improvement using the framework of clinical governance. To maintain a comprehensive induction process for all new employees to ensure they are effectively introduced to the Service, the Service Users, and good practices within their first week. To ensure that NMC and Care Assistants and Support Worker's codes of professional conduct and guidelines relating to professional practices are followed at all times. Take responsibility and accountability for the delivery of professional, competent and high-quality care. To conduct regular reviews with new employees during their probationary period and to always conduct a three-monthly review to confirm the appointment or extend the probation period. To ensure all staff are annually appraised and that required standards of performance are being achieved, to manage under-performance through objective setting and regular reviews, and that regular supervisions occur in line with company policy. To ensure complaints and suggestions are positively actioned and dealt with correctly. To identify individual training needs in line with the organization's objectives and the employee's performance, arranging training and evaluating their effectiveness, and ensuring that staff has completed the required training each year. To hold regular staff, Service Users, and stake holders meetings to provide and receive feedback, and administer the questionnaires provided as part of the company's. Quality Assurance Systems. Care Practice To ensure that all Service Users have an up-to-date care plan, which is regularly evaluated and actively involves Service Users in the preparation. Ensure all risks associated with care e.g. moving and handling, mobility, challenging behavior, and skin care are identified and correctly actioned. To regularly monitor the delivery of care given by all staff ensuring that the physical, social, psychological, and emotional needs of the Service User are recognized, assessed, and met. To ensure the Service and its processes are fully compliant with the Mental Capacity Act and that service users are empowered to make choices where able and where not best interest decisions are made on their behalf involving all those necessary. To ensure the Service is compliant with DoLS legislation. To ensure that there is a regular program of activities, which are arranged in line with the Service Users' needs. To ensure the Service Users receive a pleasant nutritional diet. To ensure an active named nurse and key worker key worker system for all the Service Users. To ensure the maintenance of the highest standards of care consistent with the requirements of CQC/Funding Authorities. To arrange regular reviews with Social Workers, Service Users, Relatives, and Key Workers. To conduct a pre-admission assessment for all potential Service Users. To meet professional and legal responsibilities with regard to the storage, handling, and administration of drugs. Ensure the protection and safety of Service Users at all times, which requires conducting regular health and safety checks and checks that the call bell system and the fire alarm systems are always fully functional. General Management To understand the legal requirements of the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and the Regulations and other legislations and ensure the Service complies with Essential Standards of Quality and Safety, and whatever legislation or relevant standards that may be in force at any time. To personally have a full understanding and working knowledge of all Verity Healthcare policies and procedures and ensure that all these policies are applied at all times. To be responsible for completing the staff rota and ensuring that the staffing ratio meets the needs of the Service Users. Ensure that all annual leave requests are coordinated to prevent disruption in the Service. To control sickness absence by always conducting back-to-work interviews and correctly applying company policy. To carry out the duties of "The Responsible Officer" and ensure that the service compiles with all statutory obligations and relevant legislation (e.g. environmental health, health & safety, and fire regulations). To meet professional and legal responsibilities with Health and Safety issues and ensure that all monitoring requirements are met. To Promote a positive customer care-orientated environment and ensure all staff are familiar with the company complaints procedure To remain professionally updated and ensure care in all areas is delivered in line with the latest research to promote evidence-based practice. To participate in the recruitment, selection, and retention of staff. To liaise effectively with Head Office Departments, building good working relationships, as required for the good operation of the Service. Ensure that all Service Users have a copy of the terms and conditions of care and that all the necessary funding documents are completed. To enable service users to control their own financial affairs, where possible. To ensure that all Service Users' finances are controlled and up-to-date accurate records are kept of all transactions, the financial control of their affairs must be undertaken with total accuracy and security. To ensure the security and confidentially of records and information relating to the service. Ensure that staff hours are recorded and sent to payroll on time. . click apply for full job details
Apr 24, 2024
Full time
Purpose of the Job: To complete social care assessments and undertake casework of residents in the community and other care settings. To commission care services according to assessment outcomes and eligibility in relation to the Care Act. To participate in the duty rota - this is the single point of contact for referrals for Adult Social Care. Where necessary undertake crisis intervention where enquiries indicate the need for immediate risk management. Main Responsibilities: To carry out home visits and consult with service users, carers, and relevant agencies and professionals. To alert the Registered Care Manager to any safeguarding concerns. To ensure assessments and support plans are carried out in a person-centered and outcome-focused way. To advise on the use of personal budgets and direct payments. Where appropriate, to assist customers to maximise their independence. To undertake any necessary adjustments or to cease care packages by both the organization's Eligibility Criteria and Operational Guidance and the needs of the service user. To make any necessary arrangements for the implementation of changes in service provision. To commission and make arrangements for the provision of new services when needed or refer to other appropriate agencies. To maintain efficient and effective liaison with all Departmental Staff and other Independent and Voluntary Agencies. To maintain accurate case records and to prepare any required reports. To maintain accurate statistical data and the Department's computerized information system. To work within and contribute to the development of departmental and team procedures and policies. To participate in regular supervision and the Appraisal process and attend training as required. Attend and participate in relevant staff and service meetings. In all of the above to undertake practice in an anti-discriminatory and anti oppressive manner. Any other duties as directed by your line manager, Director or as agreed with the Senior Management Group. To act by the principles set out in the Employee Code of Conduct and the organization's Values, recognizing the duty of all public sector employees to discharge public functions reasonably and according to the law. Duties And Responsibilities Objectives To ensure that agreed quality assurance initiatives are implemented within the home. Liaise with social care regulators and local authorities to ensure satisfactory standards are maintained To become the person in charge responsible for the day-to-day running of the homecare services with 24-hour responsibility for the care of the Service users. To be the Information Governance Lead for their home and to work in collaboration with the Company's Information Governance Lead, being accountable to the Senior Operations Team. To provide improvement, independence, and choice for Service Users, making sure they are treated with dignity at all times. To manage the effective use of resources and maintain high levels of occupancy. To comply with all regulatory requirements at all times and in particular the Regulations for the Registration and Inspection of the services. To ensure policy and procedures are implemented and understood by all the staff to ensure the highest standard of care. Leadership To provide leadership to all staff to deliver the highest possible quality of care within a safe working and living environment. To be a good model for all employees, being approachable and providing a regular presence on the "shop floor" as well as being consistent in all actions and decisions. To set and maintain clear standards within the service in line with the Verity Healthcare quality assessment tool. To ensure that staff selection processes for all applied thoroughly and that all candidates are treated professionally. To ensure all staff maintain the registration with their national bodies. To develop a culture of continuous quality improvement using the framework of clinical governance. To maintain a comprehensive induction process for all new employees to ensure they are effectively introduced to the Service, the Service Users, and good practices within their first week. To ensure that NMC and Care Assistants and Support Worker's codes of professional conduct and guidelines relating to professional practices are followed at all times. Take responsibility and accountability for the delivery of professional, competent and high-quality care. To conduct regular reviews with new employees during their probationary period and to always conduct a three-monthly review to confirm the appointment or extend the probation period. To ensure all staff are annually appraised and that required standards of performance are being achieved, to manage under-performance through objective setting and regular reviews, and that regular supervisions occur in line with company policy. To ensure complaints and suggestions are positively actioned and dealt with correctly. To identify individual training needs in line with the organization's objectives and the employee's performance, arranging training and evaluating their effectiveness, and ensuring that staff has completed the required training each year. To hold regular staff, Service Users, and stake holders meetings to provide and receive feedback, and administer the questionnaires provided as part of the company's. Quality Assurance Systems. Care Practice To ensure that all Service Users have an up-to-date care plan, which is regularly evaluated and actively involves Service Users in the preparation. Ensure all risks associated with care e.g. moving and handling, mobility, challenging behavior, and skin care are identified and correctly actioned. To regularly monitor the delivery of care given by all staff ensuring that the physical, social, psychological, and emotional needs of the Service User are recognized, assessed, and met. To ensure the Service and its processes are fully compliant with the Mental Capacity Act and that service users are empowered to make choices where able and where not best interest decisions are made on their behalf involving all those necessary. To ensure the Service is compliant with DoLS legislation. To ensure that there is a regular program of activities, which are arranged in line with the Service Users' needs. To ensure the Service Users receive a pleasant nutritional diet. To ensure an active named nurse and key worker key worker system for all the Service Users. To ensure the maintenance of the highest standards of care consistent with the requirements of CQC/Funding Authorities. To arrange regular reviews with Social Workers, Service Users, Relatives, and Key Workers. To conduct a pre-admission assessment for all potential Service Users. To meet professional and legal responsibilities with regard to the storage, handling, and administration of drugs. Ensure the protection and safety of Service Users at all times, which requires conducting regular health and safety checks and checks that the call bell system and the fire alarm systems are always fully functional. General Management To understand the legal requirements of the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and the Regulations and other legislations and ensure the Service complies with Essential Standards of Quality and Safety, and whatever legislation or relevant standards that may be in force at any time. To personally have a full understanding and working knowledge of all Verity Healthcare policies and procedures and ensure that all these policies are applied at all times. To be responsible for completing the staff rota and ensuring that the staffing ratio meets the needs of the Service Users. Ensure that all annual leave requests are coordinated to prevent disruption in the Service. To control sickness absence by always conducting back-to-work interviews and correctly applying company policy. To carry out the duties of "The Responsible Officer" and ensure that the service compiles with all statutory obligations and relevant legislation (e.g. environmental health, health & safety, and fire regulations). To meet professional and legal responsibilities with Health and Safety issues and ensure that all monitoring requirements are met. To Promote a positive customer care-orientated environment and ensure all staff are familiar with the company complaints procedure To remain professionally updated and ensure care in all areas is delivered in line with the latest research to promote evidence-based practice. To participate in the recruitment, selection, and retention of staff. To liaise effectively with Head Office Departments, building good working relationships, as required for the good operation of the Service. Ensure that all Service Users have a copy of the terms and conditions of care and that all the necessary funding documents are completed. To enable service users to control their own financial affairs, where possible. To ensure that all Service Users' finances are controlled and up-to-date accurate records are kept of all transactions, the financial control of their affairs must be undertaken with total accuracy and security. To ensure the security and confidentially of records and information relating to the service. Ensure that staff hours are recorded and sent to payroll on time. . click apply for full job details
Hays Specialist Recruitment
Cardiff, South Glamorgan
Your new company A unique job opportunity has arisen for a Head of Programme Delivery/Head of Programme Management to join a rapidly expanding organisation that is responsible for driving transformation throughout the health and social care sectors in Wales. The organisation drives innovation and collaboration between industry-leading research, health, and social care organisations, with a view to make positive impacts to people's lives, supporting businesses to understand issues and identify how innovation can help deliver better care, health, and wellbeing solutions. Your new role Working as part of the senior leadership team, the Head of Programme Delivery will be responsible for leading the programme delivery teams, driving transformative change, accelerating the adoption of innovative solutions, and contributing to better health and wellbeing in Wales. The Head of Programme Delivery will be responsible for leading high performing project management teams, planning the successful delivery of programme and business objectives, whilst building and delivering a pipeline of innovation assessments and adoption projects that positively impact health and wellbeing in Wales. You will lead teams responsible for the delivery of digital care and precision medicine programmes, including genomics, diagnostics, advanced therapies, artificial intelligence, big data, and predictive analytics. You will liaise with several key internal and external stakeholders, building relationships and collaborating with wider government bodies, public sector and third sector partners, academia, industry and health and social care organisations. Furthermore, you will actively seek and assess opportunities offered by industry, ensuring they are aligned to health and social care requirements, whilst developing strategies to identify and deliver key programs aligned with stakeholder needs. You will embed a culture of innovation within the health and social care sector, focusing on transformative innovation adoption, system change, and a continuous pipeline of innovation. What you'll need to succeed Proven leadership skills in managing project/programme delivery teams Proven track record of delivering projects and programmes in either NHS, Healthcare, Life Sciences or Social Care organisations Strong understanding of health and social care systems Excellent stakeholder management and relationship management/client management skills Strong leadership experience in driving change within challenging environments Experience working as either a Programme Manager, Head of Programme Management or similar Experience in genomics, diagnostics, or related fields is advantageous although not essential Forward-thinking mindset and adaptability to evolving trends This role would suit an innovative, dynamic leader with a passion for improving healthcare and wellbeing within Wales. What you'll get in return This is an opportunity to support a transformational change in health and social care innovation whilst working collaboratively with wider public sector organisations in Wales, leading on high-profile and innovative programmes that will genuinely make a difference to people's lives. This role offers excellent scope for career progression plus a benefits package that includes: 30 days annual leave + bank holidays Pension scheme - 3% employee, 7% employer contributions Flexible and hybrid working options Training and development opportunities Employee assistance programme Pay progression scheme This will be a hybrid role based at their Cardiff office. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Hays also offer £500 worth of high street vouchers for all successful referrals. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.
Apr 24, 2024
Full time
Your new company A unique job opportunity has arisen for a Head of Programme Delivery/Head of Programme Management to join a rapidly expanding organisation that is responsible for driving transformation throughout the health and social care sectors in Wales. The organisation drives innovation and collaboration between industry-leading research, health, and social care organisations, with a view to make positive impacts to people's lives, supporting businesses to understand issues and identify how innovation can help deliver better care, health, and wellbeing solutions. Your new role Working as part of the senior leadership team, the Head of Programme Delivery will be responsible for leading the programme delivery teams, driving transformative change, accelerating the adoption of innovative solutions, and contributing to better health and wellbeing in Wales. The Head of Programme Delivery will be responsible for leading high performing project management teams, planning the successful delivery of programme and business objectives, whilst building and delivering a pipeline of innovation assessments and adoption projects that positively impact health and wellbeing in Wales. You will lead teams responsible for the delivery of digital care and precision medicine programmes, including genomics, diagnostics, advanced therapies, artificial intelligence, big data, and predictive analytics. You will liaise with several key internal and external stakeholders, building relationships and collaborating with wider government bodies, public sector and third sector partners, academia, industry and health and social care organisations. Furthermore, you will actively seek and assess opportunities offered by industry, ensuring they are aligned to health and social care requirements, whilst developing strategies to identify and deliver key programs aligned with stakeholder needs. You will embed a culture of innovation within the health and social care sector, focusing on transformative innovation adoption, system change, and a continuous pipeline of innovation. What you'll need to succeed Proven leadership skills in managing project/programme delivery teams Proven track record of delivering projects and programmes in either NHS, Healthcare, Life Sciences or Social Care organisations Strong understanding of health and social care systems Excellent stakeholder management and relationship management/client management skills Strong leadership experience in driving change within challenging environments Experience working as either a Programme Manager, Head of Programme Management or similar Experience in genomics, diagnostics, or related fields is advantageous although not essential Forward-thinking mindset and adaptability to evolving trends This role would suit an innovative, dynamic leader with a passion for improving healthcare and wellbeing within Wales. What you'll get in return This is an opportunity to support a transformational change in health and social care innovation whilst working collaboratively with wider public sector organisations in Wales, leading on high-profile and innovative programmes that will genuinely make a difference to people's lives. This role offers excellent scope for career progression plus a benefits package that includes: 30 days annual leave + bank holidays Pension scheme - 3% employee, 7% employer contributions Flexible and hybrid working options Training and development opportunities Employee assistance programme Pay progression scheme This will be a hybrid role based at their Cardiff office. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Hays also offer £500 worth of high street vouchers for all successful referrals. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.
Accommodation Assessment & Lettings Officer Lewisham I am recruiting for a local authority who is looking for an officer to be responsible for the allocation of emergency temporary accommodation, setting up rent accounts and discharging interim and full housing duty.You will work within a team of officers and participate in a duty rota to fulfil the needs of the service. A good understanding of the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 is required along with experience with delivering a front-line service to vulnerable clients. You will serve as a point of contact for clients placed in emergency accommodation ensuring that appropriate offers of accommodation are made and all queries are responded to in a timely manner. Job Role To arrange emergency, temporary accommodation placements and make appropriate referrals into supported accommodation, ensuring all placements and referrals are carried out in a timely manner, making the best use of all available housing stock at all times. To make offers of properties in line with Housing legislation and make robust decisions to discharge duty where necessary that will withstand legal scrutiny. Arrange emergency accommodation on behalf of other Council services, including Children's Social Services and Adult Social Care as and when required. Co-ordinate available properties in the private rented sector and in conjunction with Housing Caseworkers, identify highest priority households to be put forward for Direct Lets to prevent and relieve homelessness. To ensure high quality offers, suitability and discharge of duty decisions are made in a timely manner relating to offers of properties (temporary accommodation & private rented properties) To work proactively to find an appropriate housing solution to bring the Council's 'relief'/ full housing duty to an end. Proactively contribute to the council's action plan to reduce the number of households in temporary accommodation by monitoring and maximising move on opportunities from temporary accommodation and supported housing.
Apr 24, 2024
Contractor
Accommodation Assessment & Lettings Officer Lewisham I am recruiting for a local authority who is looking for an officer to be responsible for the allocation of emergency temporary accommodation, setting up rent accounts and discharging interim and full housing duty.You will work within a team of officers and participate in a duty rota to fulfil the needs of the service. A good understanding of the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 is required along with experience with delivering a front-line service to vulnerable clients. You will serve as a point of contact for clients placed in emergency accommodation ensuring that appropriate offers of accommodation are made and all queries are responded to in a timely manner. Job Role To arrange emergency, temporary accommodation placements and make appropriate referrals into supported accommodation, ensuring all placements and referrals are carried out in a timely manner, making the best use of all available housing stock at all times. To make offers of properties in line with Housing legislation and make robust decisions to discharge duty where necessary that will withstand legal scrutiny. Arrange emergency accommodation on behalf of other Council services, including Children's Social Services and Adult Social Care as and when required. Co-ordinate available properties in the private rented sector and in conjunction with Housing Caseworkers, identify highest priority households to be put forward for Direct Lets to prevent and relieve homelessness. To ensure high quality offers, suitability and discharge of duty decisions are made in a timely manner relating to offers of properties (temporary accommodation & private rented properties) To work proactively to find an appropriate housing solution to bring the Council's 'relief'/ full housing duty to an end. Proactively contribute to the council's action plan to reduce the number of households in temporary accommodation by monitoring and maximising move on opportunities from temporary accommodation and supported housing.
Independant Domestic ViolenceSupport Worker (Non-Qualified) London, Wandsworth & Richmond £12.82 per hour Responsible to: Team Manager Hours: Monday to Friday 9 to 5 subject to change / Hybrid but must do two days in office Key Responsibilities: Responsible for the proactive running and day to day supervision of the service ensuring that women and children receive the relevant support and that all health and safety matters are fully addressed. Manage high profile/intensive case work. In addition, the Senior IDVA will screen and allocate all non-crime referrals to the BAMER worker and Safety Planner. To ensure that Safe Lives DASH Risk assessment, Individual Safety & Support Plan, Severity of Abuse Grid are in place and reviewed 6 weekly to support the client. Help with access to legal advice, housing needs, tenancy support, support of children and access to learning or employment. Ensure that identified support targets have been met in conjunction with other agencies delivering care and support services to clients and ensure outcome focused support planning. Ensure a seamless service delivery by working closely with other support providers to have a joined-up approach to addressing support needs. To provide practical and emotional support to women and men applying the principles of effective casework when supporting survivors of domestic and sexual violence at the highest risk and their children and to advocate for survivors to ensure their needs are met. Assessment of the impact of domestic violence and risks posed to any children living with the Service User, with appropriate follow-up action including referrals to specialist children s services and Local Authority Children s Social Care Services To keep clear, accessible records in line with our client Confidentiality and Data Protection procedure. To ensure records of contacts with service users clearly demonstrate the nature of contact, aims and objectives. To ensure that all referred services users agree and sign up to support agreements Key Skills: Safe lives IDVA qualified or willingness to complete Knowledge of the Criminal Justice System Ability to manage staff as well as provide case working support to clients. Awareness of risks associated with domestic violence in a working environment. Knowledge of legal, statutory, regulatory, and good practice requirements applicable to the provision of supported housing. Working knowledge of the relevant housing law and welfare benefits that apply to women and children using the service. Provide an out of hours on call service as part of our client On-call rota Willingness to mentor pool workers, students and trainees as required across the organisation. Ability to manage the service (including supervising staff) in the absence of the Team Manager Previous experience of using computer-based systems to accurately record work and client details Highly developed interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills and ability to manage complex tasks in clearly defined time frames Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding issues and ability to address them appropriately. Please apply with your CV via the apply button.
Apr 24, 2024
Full time
Independant Domestic ViolenceSupport Worker (Non-Qualified) London, Wandsworth & Richmond £12.82 per hour Responsible to: Team Manager Hours: Monday to Friday 9 to 5 subject to change / Hybrid but must do two days in office Key Responsibilities: Responsible for the proactive running and day to day supervision of the service ensuring that women and children receive the relevant support and that all health and safety matters are fully addressed. Manage high profile/intensive case work. In addition, the Senior IDVA will screen and allocate all non-crime referrals to the BAMER worker and Safety Planner. To ensure that Safe Lives DASH Risk assessment, Individual Safety & Support Plan, Severity of Abuse Grid are in place and reviewed 6 weekly to support the client. Help with access to legal advice, housing needs, tenancy support, support of children and access to learning or employment. Ensure that identified support targets have been met in conjunction with other agencies delivering care and support services to clients and ensure outcome focused support planning. Ensure a seamless service delivery by working closely with other support providers to have a joined-up approach to addressing support needs. To provide practical and emotional support to women and men applying the principles of effective casework when supporting survivors of domestic and sexual violence at the highest risk and their children and to advocate for survivors to ensure their needs are met. Assessment of the impact of domestic violence and risks posed to any children living with the Service User, with appropriate follow-up action including referrals to specialist children s services and Local Authority Children s Social Care Services To keep clear, accessible records in line with our client Confidentiality and Data Protection procedure. To ensure records of contacts with service users clearly demonstrate the nature of contact, aims and objectives. To ensure that all referred services users agree and sign up to support agreements Key Skills: Safe lives IDVA qualified or willingness to complete Knowledge of the Criminal Justice System Ability to manage staff as well as provide case working support to clients. Awareness of risks associated with domestic violence in a working environment. Knowledge of legal, statutory, regulatory, and good practice requirements applicable to the provision of supported housing. Working knowledge of the relevant housing law and welfare benefits that apply to women and children using the service. Provide an out of hours on call service as part of our client On-call rota Willingness to mentor pool workers, students and trainees as required across the organisation. Ability to manage the service (including supervising staff) in the absence of the Team Manager Previous experience of using computer-based systems to accurately record work and client details Highly developed interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills and ability to manage complex tasks in clearly defined time frames Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding issues and ability to address them appropriately. Please apply with your CV via the apply button.
Independant Domestic Violence Support Worker (Non-Qualified) Slough £12.82 per hour Responsible to: Team Manager Hours: Monday to Friday 9 to 5 subject to change / Hybrid but must do two days in office Key Responsibilities: Responsible for the proactive running and day to day supervision of the service ensuring that women and children receive the relevant support and that all health and safety matters are fully addressed. Manage high profile/intensive case work. In addition, the Senior IDVA will screen and allocate all non-crime referrals to the BAMER worker and Safety Planner. To ensure that Safe Lives DASH Risk assessment, Individual Safety & Support Plan, Severity of Abuse Grid are in place and reviewed 6 weekly to support the client. Help with access to legal advice, housing needs, tenancy support, support of children and access to learning or employment. Ensure that identified support targets have been met in conjunction with other agencies delivering care and support services to clients and ensure outcome focused support planning. Ensure a seamless service delivery by working closely with other support providers to have a joined-up approach to addressing support needs. To provide practical and emotional support to women and men applying the principles of effective casework when supporting survivors of domestic and sexual violence at the highest risk and their children and to advocate for survivors to ensure their needs are met. Assessment of the impact of domestic violence and risks posed to any children living with the Service User, with appropriate follow-up action including referrals to specialist children s services and Local Authority Children s Social Care Services To keep clear, accessible records in line with our client Confidentiality and Data Protection procedure. To ensure records of contacts with service users clearly demonstrate the nature of contact, aims and objectives. To ensure that all referred services users agree and sign up to support agreements Key Skills: Safe lives IDVA qualified or willingness to complete Knowledge of the Criminal Justice System Ability to manage staff as well as provide case working support to clients. Awareness of risks associated with domestic violence in a working environment. Knowledge of legal, statutory, regulatory, and good practice requirements applicable to the provision of supported housing. Working knowledge of the relevant housing law and welfare benefits that apply to women and children using the service. Provide an out of hours on call service as part of our client On-call rota Willingness to mentor pool workers, students and trainees as required across the organisation. Ability to manage the service (including supervising staff) in the absence of the Team Manager Previous experience of using computer-based systems to accurately record work and client details Highly developed interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills and ability to manage complex tasks in clearly defined time frames Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding issues and ability to address them appropriately. Please apply with your CV via the apply button.
Apr 24, 2024
Seasonal
Independant Domestic Violence Support Worker (Non-Qualified) Slough £12.82 per hour Responsible to: Team Manager Hours: Monday to Friday 9 to 5 subject to change / Hybrid but must do two days in office Key Responsibilities: Responsible for the proactive running and day to day supervision of the service ensuring that women and children receive the relevant support and that all health and safety matters are fully addressed. Manage high profile/intensive case work. In addition, the Senior IDVA will screen and allocate all non-crime referrals to the BAMER worker and Safety Planner. To ensure that Safe Lives DASH Risk assessment, Individual Safety & Support Plan, Severity of Abuse Grid are in place and reviewed 6 weekly to support the client. Help with access to legal advice, housing needs, tenancy support, support of children and access to learning or employment. Ensure that identified support targets have been met in conjunction with other agencies delivering care and support services to clients and ensure outcome focused support planning. Ensure a seamless service delivery by working closely with other support providers to have a joined-up approach to addressing support needs. To provide practical and emotional support to women and men applying the principles of effective casework when supporting survivors of domestic and sexual violence at the highest risk and their children and to advocate for survivors to ensure their needs are met. Assessment of the impact of domestic violence and risks posed to any children living with the Service User, with appropriate follow-up action including referrals to specialist children s services and Local Authority Children s Social Care Services To keep clear, accessible records in line with our client Confidentiality and Data Protection procedure. To ensure records of contacts with service users clearly demonstrate the nature of contact, aims and objectives. To ensure that all referred services users agree and sign up to support agreements Key Skills: Safe lives IDVA qualified or willingness to complete Knowledge of the Criminal Justice System Ability to manage staff as well as provide case working support to clients. Awareness of risks associated with domestic violence in a working environment. Knowledge of legal, statutory, regulatory, and good practice requirements applicable to the provision of supported housing. Working knowledge of the relevant housing law and welfare benefits that apply to women and children using the service. Provide an out of hours on call service as part of our client On-call rota Willingness to mentor pool workers, students and trainees as required across the organisation. Ability to manage the service (including supervising staff) in the absence of the Team Manager Previous experience of using computer-based systems to accurately record work and client details Highly developed interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills and ability to manage complex tasks in clearly defined time frames Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding issues and ability to address them appropriately. Please apply with your CV via the apply button.
Male Senior Support Worker £12.80 - £13.40 Depending on experience we are urgently seeking full time (40 hours per week) Male Senior Support Workers to join our Merseyside Supported Living team. One thing that is guaranteed is that joining our team at Merseyside Supported Living will be fulfilling, fun and rewarding, offering you stability with the opportunity to grow and develop your career further. If you are a Support Worker or Care Assistant with an NVQ / QCF Level 3 in Health and Social Care and the enthusiasm and commitment to live our company values every, this may be the role for you! Our specialist Supported Living and Outreach services in the South West provide support for people with Mental Health needs, Autism, Learning Disabilities and Acquired Brain Injuries. Experience within Mental Health, Autism and Dementia required! As a Senior Support Worker, you will be involved in the day to day support and routine of the people within the service including Managing a team of Support Workers Providing high standards of care and support for service users, in line with care and support plans Encourage good community relationships by promoting a variety of activities Accurately report, record and maintain records as required and working to care plans Liaise with health professionals and their families Complete supervisions and audits To ensure that all duties undertaken by reporting staff are performed to required standards, and that all such staff contribute in a positive manner to provide a happy, efficient and homely atmosphere within the Home. Why join us: 5.6 Weeks Annual leave Free DBS Check Wellbeing Support, Advice and Guidance via our Employee Assistance Program though an online portal or over the telephone Qualifications we can support you to obtain a range of QCF s opening up further career opportunities Staff Referral Scheme earn up to a very generous £500 for referring a friend to join our team at accomplish Paid Induction and Training Amazing Discount Scheme - at High Street retailers, days out, gifts, holidays and even when buying a car, available via a Blue Light card that you will have access to as a Health and Social Care Employee Keys Group Keys Group brings together three of the UK s leading and longest-established providers of specialist education, care and activities; Accomplish, Keys and Peak. The organisation provides specialist support and education for more than 2,000 children, young people, adults and families in services and schools across England and Wales. Specialist residential and supported living services for adults with a learning disability, autism, mental health needs and acquired brain injury are provided throughout England and Wales by Accomplish. Keys offers education and care services for children, young people and families across England and Wales through its specialist schools, residential children s homes, activity and intervention and leaving care services, adult resource centre and family assessment centres. Activities are offered by Peak through its seven specialist adventure centres including water sports, treetop and climbing centres, across England Apply now and one of our team will be in touch to discuss how you can begin your rewarding career- No agencies please an additional 50p per hour is honoured following 12 months continual employment where all statutory training is up to date. Due to the vulnerable nature of the service users all applicants must be over 18. Please note, we do not have a license to provide sponsorships.
Apr 24, 2024
Full time
Male Senior Support Worker £12.80 - £13.40 Depending on experience we are urgently seeking full time (40 hours per week) Male Senior Support Workers to join our Merseyside Supported Living team. One thing that is guaranteed is that joining our team at Merseyside Supported Living will be fulfilling, fun and rewarding, offering you stability with the opportunity to grow and develop your career further. If you are a Support Worker or Care Assistant with an NVQ / QCF Level 3 in Health and Social Care and the enthusiasm and commitment to live our company values every, this may be the role for you! Our specialist Supported Living and Outreach services in the South West provide support for people with Mental Health needs, Autism, Learning Disabilities and Acquired Brain Injuries. Experience within Mental Health, Autism and Dementia required! As a Senior Support Worker, you will be involved in the day to day support and routine of the people within the service including Managing a team of Support Workers Providing high standards of care and support for service users, in line with care and support plans Encourage good community relationships by promoting a variety of activities Accurately report, record and maintain records as required and working to care plans Liaise with health professionals and their families Complete supervisions and audits To ensure that all duties undertaken by reporting staff are performed to required standards, and that all such staff contribute in a positive manner to provide a happy, efficient and homely atmosphere within the Home. Why join us: 5.6 Weeks Annual leave Free DBS Check Wellbeing Support, Advice and Guidance via our Employee Assistance Program though an online portal or over the telephone Qualifications we can support you to obtain a range of QCF s opening up further career opportunities Staff Referral Scheme earn up to a very generous £500 for referring a friend to join our team at accomplish Paid Induction and Training Amazing Discount Scheme - at High Street retailers, days out, gifts, holidays and even when buying a car, available via a Blue Light card that you will have access to as a Health and Social Care Employee Keys Group Keys Group brings together three of the UK s leading and longest-established providers of specialist education, care and activities; Accomplish, Keys and Peak. The organisation provides specialist support and education for more than 2,000 children, young people, adults and families in services and schools across England and Wales. Specialist residential and supported living services for adults with a learning disability, autism, mental health needs and acquired brain injury are provided throughout England and Wales by Accomplish. Keys offers education and care services for children, young people and families across England and Wales through its specialist schools, residential children s homes, activity and intervention and leaving care services, adult resource centre and family assessment centres. Activities are offered by Peak through its seven specialist adventure centres including water sports, treetop and climbing centres, across England Apply now and one of our team will be in touch to discuss how you can begin your rewarding career- No agencies please an additional 50p per hour is honoured following 12 months continual employment where all statutory training is up to date. Due to the vulnerable nature of the service users all applicants must be over 18. Please note, we do not have a license to provide sponsorships.
Your new company Hays Healthcare are actively recruiting Band 5 Registered Mental Health Nurses to work on a variety of wards in Kendal, Lancashire. Your new role and responsibilities The multidisciplinary team is made up of professionals including Nurses and Social Workers Each ward follows the recovery model when providing assessment and treatment which includes a range of assessments completed throughout each admission. Patients receive one to one sessions with nursing staff, which allows them to discuss their presentation, feelings and any concerns they may have. Carry out nursing care to the highest possible standard according to Trust Policies and Practice and Clinical Guidelines Administer patient medication according to Trust Policy, including intravenous medication Liaise with the bed manager and discharge co-ordinator to ensure effective bed management on the ward, including admission of patients, planning of bed usage and timely discharge planning Duties will include home visits, assessment of clinical risk. Supporting service users / carers over the telephone. Referrals and signposting to other services. What you'll need to succeed Qualified RMN NMC Pin (UK) 6 months UK experience Right to Work in UK (NO SPONSORSHIP) Experience of working in an early intervention service and skills to administer depot medication but not necessary. Community experience/Experience working in an early intervention service, skills to administer depot medication (Preferable) What you'll get in return Guaranteed work Block Bookings Weekly Pay (Umbrella rates below) Weekdays £25 Free Enhanced DBS Free PMVA refresher course Free Nurse mandatory training Yearly Appraisal What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk JBRP1_UKTJ
Apr 23, 2024
Full time
Your new company Hays Healthcare are actively recruiting Band 5 Registered Mental Health Nurses to work on a variety of wards in Kendal, Lancashire. Your new role and responsibilities The multidisciplinary team is made up of professionals including Nurses and Social Workers Each ward follows the recovery model when providing assessment and treatment which includes a range of assessments completed throughout each admission. Patients receive one to one sessions with nursing staff, which allows them to discuss their presentation, feelings and any concerns they may have. Carry out nursing care to the highest possible standard according to Trust Policies and Practice and Clinical Guidelines Administer patient medication according to Trust Policy, including intravenous medication Liaise with the bed manager and discharge co-ordinator to ensure effective bed management on the ward, including admission of patients, planning of bed usage and timely discharge planning Duties will include home visits, assessment of clinical risk. Supporting service users / carers over the telephone. Referrals and signposting to other services. What you'll need to succeed Qualified RMN NMC Pin (UK) 6 months UK experience Right to Work in UK (NO SPONSORSHIP) Experience of working in an early intervention service and skills to administer depot medication but not necessary. Community experience/Experience working in an early intervention service, skills to administer depot medication (Preferable) What you'll get in return Guaranteed work Block Bookings Weekly Pay (Umbrella rates below) Weekdays £25 Free Enhanced DBS Free PMVA refresher course Free Nurse mandatory training Yearly Appraisal What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk JBRP1_UKTJ
FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Role: Senior/Supervising Social Worker - Part Time 3 Days per Week Basic Salary: £29,253 - £39,704 per annum dependent upon experience (Pro-Rata) Benefits: Company Car or £2,000 Car Allowance, 30 days' Annual Leave, rising to 35 day's with length of service, + Bank Holidays, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan (All Benefits Pro-Rata'd) Office Location: Home Based supporting Foster Parents across East and West Sussex, Brighton & Hove and the Surrey Border ABOUT US Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that's still where our Head Office is today. We've come a long way since those early days and, over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence, and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it's underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. DUTIES WILL INCLUDE: Support foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care. Support and monitor the continued suitability and competence of Foster parents ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment for children/young people. Ensure that carers fully understand the fostering task, competencies to be achieved and the standards expected, including complaints and representation procedures as detailed in the FCA policies and procedures. Provide and record regular supervision to allocated foster parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards. Work in partnership in a team parenting approach to help identify any needs within the foster family e.g. respite, activities, therapy, holidays, with all members of the child's network, including contributing to all relevant meetings and any other tasks defined. Ensure each child and foster parent are fully compliant in respect of all key documentation. Attend meetings and/or provide reports for Commissioning Teams to address individual packages of care. Promote participation of children/young people in the development of the agency and in accessing resources and opportunities in their local community. Participate in an 'out of hours' support service on a rota basis Participate in day 'duty system' on a rota basis supporting referrals team Undertake occasional initial home visits and Form F Assessments. YOU MUST HAVE: A Social Work qualification Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent Proven ability to produce a high standard of report writing A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures The willingness and ability to travel extensively (including occasional nights away) Confidence with transporting children and young people in sometimes stressful/difficult situations Full driving licence For more information about this post please contact Rachel Ealing, Fostering Service Manager on . To be considered, please apply and we will be in touch. No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. INDCOMHP JBRP1_UKTJ
Apr 23, 2024
Full time
FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Role: Senior/Supervising Social Worker - Part Time 3 Days per Week Basic Salary: £29,253 - £39,704 per annum dependent upon experience (Pro-Rata) Benefits: Company Car or £2,000 Car Allowance, 30 days' Annual Leave, rising to 35 day's with length of service, + Bank Holidays, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan (All Benefits Pro-Rata'd) Office Location: Home Based supporting Foster Parents across East and West Sussex, Brighton & Hove and the Surrey Border ABOUT US Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that's still where our Head Office is today. We've come a long way since those early days and, over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence, and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it's underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. DUTIES WILL INCLUDE: Support foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care. Support and monitor the continued suitability and competence of Foster parents ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment for children/young people. Ensure that carers fully understand the fostering task, competencies to be achieved and the standards expected, including complaints and representation procedures as detailed in the FCA policies and procedures. Provide and record regular supervision to allocated foster parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards. Work in partnership in a team parenting approach to help identify any needs within the foster family e.g. respite, activities, therapy, holidays, with all members of the child's network, including contributing to all relevant meetings and any other tasks defined. Ensure each child and foster parent are fully compliant in respect of all key documentation. Attend meetings and/or provide reports for Commissioning Teams to address individual packages of care. Promote participation of children/young people in the development of the agency and in accessing resources and opportunities in their local community. Participate in an 'out of hours' support service on a rota basis Participate in day 'duty system' on a rota basis supporting referrals team Undertake occasional initial home visits and Form F Assessments. YOU MUST HAVE: A Social Work qualification Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent Proven ability to produce a high standard of report writing A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures The willingness and ability to travel extensively (including occasional nights away) Confidence with transporting children and young people in sometimes stressful/difficult situations Full driving licence For more information about this post please contact Rachel Ealing, Fostering Service Manager on . To be considered, please apply and we will be in touch. No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. INDCOMHP JBRP1_UKTJ
Role Description Behaviour Consultant Hours:Full Time (37.5 hours) Permanent Location: Kent Salary: £45,000 (unqualified) and £48,000 (qualified BCBA/UKBA(cert Sector: Charity, Health & Social Care, Learning Disabilities & Autism Scope of the Job This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate and dedicated behaviour consultant to support multiple people across Kent to live, love, thrive and belong. Supporting people in their own homes, you will have experience supporting people with a learning disability, autism, and mental health conditions who have also experienced trauma. About Us SeeAbility is a specialist registered charity with a 200-year history supporting people who have autism, physical and / or learning disabilities and visual impairment. The values or the organisation promote personalisation and inclusion; with a strong focus on helping the people we support learn skills that will bring them greater independence. Our Culture The most important thing to us is making a difference to the people we support. Breaking down barriers and obstacles in a way that enables them to lead an active life with experiences and outcomes that creates a high-level quality of life. The role as the Behaviour Consultant Lead will be to: Work closely alongside our support teams to conduct comprehensive assessment, intervention, and evaluations over the long term, developing positive behaviour support plans that enable therapeutic support to be delivered within a Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) framework. Deliver PROACT-SCIPr-UK training to our support teams. Coach our support teams how to deliver excellent support, using approaches such as Active Support. Support the team to develop skills in monitoring and evaluating outcomes, for example using the Periodic Service Review. Support the business development team with new referrals, ensuring that we are working within our defined model of support and developing that model to meet new needs where appropriate. Work with the families of the people we support to continue to build open, honest, and transparent working relationships. Ensure that your work is always delivered through a trauma-informed lens, upskilling the team around you to consider the impact of trauma on their practice. Our Clinical Assessment & Intervention Team (CAIT) Led by a Board-Certified Behaviour Analyst and UKBA(Cert), we have highly specialised team of clinicians, including rehabilitation workers for the visually impaired and behaviour consultants. We assess functional vision and test for cerebral visual impairments, which can often be an overlooked establishing operation for behavioural challenges.As well as direct assessment and intervention to work to increase peoples opportunities in life, we train our support teams to meet the people we supports unique needs. Our team members are committed to joint working with families, support teams and our NHS and local authority colleagues to achieve the best outcomes for the people we support. We work as partners with the residential or supported living teams to build plans that are accepted, operationally achievable, generalisable, and sustainable. Your experience & personal characteristics As you will be working with people in their own homes, residential and group supported living services, you must be confident engaging with diverse groups of people, family members and multi-agency professionals. You need to be passionate about equality and equity, being able to see the potential for improvement and knowing how to guide the person we support and their team to achieve the best. You will already have experience working directly with people who have learning disabilities, autism, mental health conditions, multi-sensory impairments, and people who may present behaviours that challenge. You will be fluent in the use of applied behaviour analysis to devise ways that are simple but effective to measure baseline and on-going development. You will be able to support our teams by putting plans into action through your direct modelling. Your qualifications This position requires a minimum requirement of a Bachelors degree in Applied Behaviour Analysis or a related field (such as Positive Behaviour Support) with at least two years of applicable experience; or Masters degree in Applied Behaviour Analysis, with one year of professional experience. Candidates wishing to work towards their BCBA or UKBA(Cert) qualification will get their supervision as part of this role. Our Benefits Your extraordinary opportunities Leadership development academy and talent programme for the next steps in your career Fully paid essential training Annual excellence awards Long service awards and recognition Quarterly 1:1s: Opportunity to discuss your progress and your future Your work-life balance 28 days holiday (incl. bank holidays), increasing to 36 days with long service (1 extra day for each year of service) Life events - Time off when you need it most Flexible working - We are up for anything that works for your team and the wider organisation Your money goes further Discounts and cashback at hundreds of shops, restaurants and activities Eligible for Blue Light Card discounts Save 10% on monthly bus travel Pay reviews and commitment to pay competitive rates Employer contributory pension scheme - Support and tools to help you make the right decisions about your future Paid DBS and renewals Season ticket loans Discounted mobile phone options Your wellbeing counts Life assurance of 2x annual salary Free 24/7 employee assistance programme for advice and support Free eye care vouchers Discounted gym membership JBRP1_UKTJ
Apr 23, 2024
Full time
Role Description Behaviour Consultant Hours:Full Time (37.5 hours) Permanent Location: Kent Salary: £45,000 (unqualified) and £48,000 (qualified BCBA/UKBA(cert Sector: Charity, Health & Social Care, Learning Disabilities & Autism Scope of the Job This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate and dedicated behaviour consultant to support multiple people across Kent to live, love, thrive and belong. Supporting people in their own homes, you will have experience supporting people with a learning disability, autism, and mental health conditions who have also experienced trauma. About Us SeeAbility is a specialist registered charity with a 200-year history supporting people who have autism, physical and / or learning disabilities and visual impairment. The values or the organisation promote personalisation and inclusion; with a strong focus on helping the people we support learn skills that will bring them greater independence. Our Culture The most important thing to us is making a difference to the people we support. Breaking down barriers and obstacles in a way that enables them to lead an active life with experiences and outcomes that creates a high-level quality of life. The role as the Behaviour Consultant Lead will be to: Work closely alongside our support teams to conduct comprehensive assessment, intervention, and evaluations over the long term, developing positive behaviour support plans that enable therapeutic support to be delivered within a Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) framework. Deliver PROACT-SCIPr-UK training to our support teams. Coach our support teams how to deliver excellent support, using approaches such as Active Support. Support the team to develop skills in monitoring and evaluating outcomes, for example using the Periodic Service Review. Support the business development team with new referrals, ensuring that we are working within our defined model of support and developing that model to meet new needs where appropriate. Work with the families of the people we support to continue to build open, honest, and transparent working relationships. Ensure that your work is always delivered through a trauma-informed lens, upskilling the team around you to consider the impact of trauma on their practice. Our Clinical Assessment & Intervention Team (CAIT) Led by a Board-Certified Behaviour Analyst and UKBA(Cert), we have highly specialised team of clinicians, including rehabilitation workers for the visually impaired and behaviour consultants. We assess functional vision and test for cerebral visual impairments, which can often be an overlooked establishing operation for behavioural challenges.As well as direct assessment and intervention to work to increase peoples opportunities in life, we train our support teams to meet the people we supports unique needs. Our team members are committed to joint working with families, support teams and our NHS and local authority colleagues to achieve the best outcomes for the people we support. We work as partners with the residential or supported living teams to build plans that are accepted, operationally achievable, generalisable, and sustainable. Your experience & personal characteristics As you will be working with people in their own homes, residential and group supported living services, you must be confident engaging with diverse groups of people, family members and multi-agency professionals. You need to be passionate about equality and equity, being able to see the potential for improvement and knowing how to guide the person we support and their team to achieve the best. You will already have experience working directly with people who have learning disabilities, autism, mental health conditions, multi-sensory impairments, and people who may present behaviours that challenge. You will be fluent in the use of applied behaviour analysis to devise ways that are simple but effective to measure baseline and on-going development. You will be able to support our teams by putting plans into action through your direct modelling. Your qualifications This position requires a minimum requirement of a Bachelors degree in Applied Behaviour Analysis or a related field (such as Positive Behaviour Support) with at least two years of applicable experience; or Masters degree in Applied Behaviour Analysis, with one year of professional experience. Candidates wishing to work towards their BCBA or UKBA(Cert) qualification will get their supervision as part of this role. Our Benefits Your extraordinary opportunities Leadership development academy and talent programme for the next steps in your career Fully paid essential training Annual excellence awards Long service awards and recognition Quarterly 1:1s: Opportunity to discuss your progress and your future Your work-life balance 28 days holiday (incl. bank holidays), increasing to 36 days with long service (1 extra day for each year of service) Life events - Time off when you need it most Flexible working - We are up for anything that works for your team and the wider organisation Your money goes further Discounts and cashback at hundreds of shops, restaurants and activities Eligible for Blue Light Card discounts Save 10% on monthly bus travel Pay reviews and commitment to pay competitive rates Employer contributory pension scheme - Support and tools to help you make the right decisions about your future Paid DBS and renewals Season ticket loans Discounted mobile phone options Your wellbeing counts Life assurance of 2x annual salary Free 24/7 employee assistance programme for advice and support Free eye care vouchers Discounted gym membership JBRP1_UKTJ
This role has a starting salary of £17,178 per annum, based on a 18 hour working week. This is pro-rated from £34,356 FTE. We are excited to be hiring a new Personal Support Coordinator to join our fantastic Children with Disabilities Outreach Service. The office base for the role is Woodhatch Place in Reigate, however the service is Countywide. This is a 12-month fixed term / secondment opportunity. Rewards and Benefits 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days plus 1 team volunteering day per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources About the Team The Children with Disabilities Outreach Service are looking for a Personal Support Coordinator to join our team; overseeing and auditing CWD cases receiving commissioned personal support from a number of Agencies approved for use in Surrey. You will ensure that good quality care is provided to children and their families following referrals from Social Workers in the Children with Disabilities Team. As a service we have significant expertise in supporting children and young people with complex needs, including autistic spectrum conditions, behaviour that challenges, profound and multiple learning disabilities and associated complex health needs, and we are looking for a Personal Support Coordinator who can join the CWD Outreach Team and work closely with commissioning colleagues to support the Team Manager to provide quality assured support to children and families. You would receive regular support and supervision from the Team Manager and work alongside Co-Ordinators in the in-house team. About the Role As a Personal Support Coordinator, you will be responsible for assessing children following a referral from the social work team and assisting commissioning colleagues to ensure a good skill match of Agency Support Workers. It requires some direct involvement with disabled children and their families, ensuring they receive a quality assured service. You would oversee a number of children's care packages and are responsible for ensuring the care package is used appropriately and as agreed by the Social Worker and Senior Management. As such, the role demands a high level of partnership work with other professional's notably Social Workers, Commissioners, Education and Health Professionals. In addition, you will be responsible for carrying out some direct observations by attending CIN or CP meetings for children receiving Agency Personal Support. All Agencies providing Surrey with workers to carry out Personal Support are CQC registered in their own right .You will audit care plans and risk assessments provided by the Agencies and build effective working relationships with Managers of the Agencies and ensure that any issues are raised promptly with Agency Managers. This will ensure that the service meets the required Essential Standards of the Care Quality Commission. The Personal Support Coordinator will work with the CWD Outreach Manager to provide positive leadership and actively contribute to the development and success of this role within the service. This is a challenging but genuinely rewarding career, where you will play a key role in supporting children to reach their full potential. We will ensure that you receive a comprehensive training package and support, including regular supervision to make sure you feel confident and competent in your role. Shortlisting Criteria To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your application will need to clearly evidence: Diploma Health and Social care level 4 (previously NVQ 4), Diploma Children and Young people's workforce (previously NVQ 4) or equivalent and / or a commitment to work towards this Good written English and verbal communication skills, as well as IT skills in MS Office and database management Experience of working with children with disabilities, complex health needs and behaviours that challenge, demonstrating a positive approach to a social model of disability. Some experience of leading and developing staff Ability to work under pressure and be decisive, working effectively and flexibly as part of a team Ability to plan and prioritise workload in the context of conflicting priorities Flexible attitude to working hours and be willing and able to travel round the county to meet the demands of the role. To work from different sites, and to work evenings and weekends if required in line with the service needs. You will need the willingness and ability to travel around the county to meet the demands of this role. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 28/04/2024 with interviews to follow. Our Commitment Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where: The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.
Apr 23, 2024
Full time
This role has a starting salary of £17,178 per annum, based on a 18 hour working week. This is pro-rated from £34,356 FTE. We are excited to be hiring a new Personal Support Coordinator to join our fantastic Children with Disabilities Outreach Service. The office base for the role is Woodhatch Place in Reigate, however the service is Countywide. This is a 12-month fixed term / secondment opportunity. Rewards and Benefits 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days plus 1 team volunteering day per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources About the Team The Children with Disabilities Outreach Service are looking for a Personal Support Coordinator to join our team; overseeing and auditing CWD cases receiving commissioned personal support from a number of Agencies approved for use in Surrey. You will ensure that good quality care is provided to children and their families following referrals from Social Workers in the Children with Disabilities Team. As a service we have significant expertise in supporting children and young people with complex needs, including autistic spectrum conditions, behaviour that challenges, profound and multiple learning disabilities and associated complex health needs, and we are looking for a Personal Support Coordinator who can join the CWD Outreach Team and work closely with commissioning colleagues to support the Team Manager to provide quality assured support to children and families. You would receive regular support and supervision from the Team Manager and work alongside Co-Ordinators in the in-house team. About the Role As a Personal Support Coordinator, you will be responsible for assessing children following a referral from the social work team and assisting commissioning colleagues to ensure a good skill match of Agency Support Workers. It requires some direct involvement with disabled children and their families, ensuring they receive a quality assured service. You would oversee a number of children's care packages and are responsible for ensuring the care package is used appropriately and as agreed by the Social Worker and Senior Management. As such, the role demands a high level of partnership work with other professional's notably Social Workers, Commissioners, Education and Health Professionals. In addition, you will be responsible for carrying out some direct observations by attending CIN or CP meetings for children receiving Agency Personal Support. All Agencies providing Surrey with workers to carry out Personal Support are CQC registered in their own right .You will audit care plans and risk assessments provided by the Agencies and build effective working relationships with Managers of the Agencies and ensure that any issues are raised promptly with Agency Managers. This will ensure that the service meets the required Essential Standards of the Care Quality Commission. The Personal Support Coordinator will work with the CWD Outreach Manager to provide positive leadership and actively contribute to the development and success of this role within the service. This is a challenging but genuinely rewarding career, where you will play a key role in supporting children to reach their full potential. We will ensure that you receive a comprehensive training package and support, including regular supervision to make sure you feel confident and competent in your role. Shortlisting Criteria To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your application will need to clearly evidence: Diploma Health and Social care level 4 (previously NVQ 4), Diploma Children and Young people's workforce (previously NVQ 4) or equivalent and / or a commitment to work towards this Good written English and verbal communication skills, as well as IT skills in MS Office and database management Experience of working with children with disabilities, complex health needs and behaviours that challenge, demonstrating a positive approach to a social model of disability. Some experience of leading and developing staff Ability to work under pressure and be decisive, working effectively and flexibly as part of a team Ability to plan and prioritise workload in the context of conflicting priorities Flexible attitude to working hours and be willing and able to travel round the county to meet the demands of the role. To work from different sites, and to work evenings and weekends if required in line with the service needs. You will need the willingness and ability to travel around the county to meet the demands of this role. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 28/04/2024 with interviews to follow. Our Commitment Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where: The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.
Housing First Support Worker Location : The post will be based at EACH Harrow, but will be required to work off- site, remotely and any of EACH's offices based on the needs of the service Salary : £26,000 per annum Hours : 37.5 hours per week Duration : Permanent (subject to performance and continued funding) Rewards and Benefits of Working for EACH Competitive salaries with opportunities for career growth. 25 days annual leave Plus statutory holidays with stepped increase in annual leave after year 2 to year 6 rising 1 day each year from 25 to 30 days in year 6. 4% - 6% employers pension contributions Up to 5 days study leave after 1 year in service Staff recognition award scheme. Opportunities for continuous professional development Ringfenced personal training budget. Flexible working hours subject to the needs of the service. E-wallet benefit scheme. Fully paid DBS check (Enhanced Level) EACH is a growing charity providing a range of specialist services to individuals and families affected by mental health, domestic violence and alcohol and substance misuse issues. Our services, and our success, are driven and delivered by a diverse staff and volunteer team, who are as passionate and committed as we are to meeting the needs of our local communities. HOUSING FIRST Housing First is an approach to intensively and flexibly support the most entrenched, excluded and hard to reach clients, who traditionally have struggled to remain in settled housing. Housing First offers people their own home and then gives them the intensive support needed to maintain their tenancies and move on with their lives away from the streets or hostels. This service is part of EACH's wider Harrow Housing Related Support Service which also incorporates both generic and specialist support. The combined service supports promotes tenancy sustainment and prevents homelessness. This particular role and part of the service is particularly targeted at rough sleepers with complex needs and those who have not sustained temporary or supported accommodation in the past. We are looking for a motivated Housing First Worker to join our team. As our Housing First Support Worker you will be responsible for: Co-producing support plans and implementing appropriate support to address the needs of vulnerable homeless people presenting with mental health, substance misuse, offending behaviour and the particular challenges faced by those with a history of entrenched rough sleeping. Carry a client case load of 4 - 5 service users and provide face to face support in a variety of settings including their homes, the full range of community locations and EACH's Harrow based offices. Addressing issues of social isolation and exclusion; facilitating service user involvement in the community. Providing key work, risk assessment and support planning for service users to enable successful, recovery focused achievement of their personal goals. Closely collaborating with LB Harrow Rough Sleeping Co-ordinator and Outreach Team to facilitate referral into the service and participate joint outreach engagement. In order to be successful in this role you will need: Experience of outreach work amongst vulnerable people and providing housing support. Experience of supporting people with alcohol and drug problems in a keyworking role. Experience of developing and implementing support plans. Experience of working with ex-offenders and people with complex needs. Experience and knowledge of working within a harm reduction framework. Closing Date : 21st April 2024 Interview Date: Week commencing 22nd April 2024 EACH is an Equal Opportunities Employer. If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience to be successful in this role click on "APPLY" today. CVs NOT ACCEPTED ; all applicants must complete EACH's Employment Application Form to be considered for shortlisting. No agencies please.
Apr 23, 2024
Full time
Housing First Support Worker Location : The post will be based at EACH Harrow, but will be required to work off- site, remotely and any of EACH's offices based on the needs of the service Salary : £26,000 per annum Hours : 37.5 hours per week Duration : Permanent (subject to performance and continued funding) Rewards and Benefits of Working for EACH Competitive salaries with opportunities for career growth. 25 days annual leave Plus statutory holidays with stepped increase in annual leave after year 2 to year 6 rising 1 day each year from 25 to 30 days in year 6. 4% - 6% employers pension contributions Up to 5 days study leave after 1 year in service Staff recognition award scheme. Opportunities for continuous professional development Ringfenced personal training budget. Flexible working hours subject to the needs of the service. E-wallet benefit scheme. Fully paid DBS check (Enhanced Level) EACH is a growing charity providing a range of specialist services to individuals and families affected by mental health, domestic violence and alcohol and substance misuse issues. Our services, and our success, are driven and delivered by a diverse staff and volunteer team, who are as passionate and committed as we are to meeting the needs of our local communities. HOUSING FIRST Housing First is an approach to intensively and flexibly support the most entrenched, excluded and hard to reach clients, who traditionally have struggled to remain in settled housing. Housing First offers people their own home and then gives them the intensive support needed to maintain their tenancies and move on with their lives away from the streets or hostels. This service is part of EACH's wider Harrow Housing Related Support Service which also incorporates both generic and specialist support. The combined service supports promotes tenancy sustainment and prevents homelessness. This particular role and part of the service is particularly targeted at rough sleepers with complex needs and those who have not sustained temporary or supported accommodation in the past. We are looking for a motivated Housing First Worker to join our team. As our Housing First Support Worker you will be responsible for: Co-producing support plans and implementing appropriate support to address the needs of vulnerable homeless people presenting with mental health, substance misuse, offending behaviour and the particular challenges faced by those with a history of entrenched rough sleeping. Carry a client case load of 4 - 5 service users and provide face to face support in a variety of settings including their homes, the full range of community locations and EACH's Harrow based offices. Addressing issues of social isolation and exclusion; facilitating service user involvement in the community. Providing key work, risk assessment and support planning for service users to enable successful, recovery focused achievement of their personal goals. Closely collaborating with LB Harrow Rough Sleeping Co-ordinator and Outreach Team to facilitate referral into the service and participate joint outreach engagement. In order to be successful in this role you will need: Experience of outreach work amongst vulnerable people and providing housing support. Experience of supporting people with alcohol and drug problems in a keyworking role. Experience of developing and implementing support plans. Experience of working with ex-offenders and people with complex needs. Experience and knowledge of working within a harm reduction framework. Closing Date : 21st April 2024 Interview Date: Week commencing 22nd April 2024 EACH is an Equal Opportunities Employer. If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience to be successful in this role click on "APPLY" today. CVs NOT ACCEPTED ; all applicants must complete EACH's Employment Application Form to be considered for shortlisting. No agencies please.
Contact Supervisors needed with Barnet Council Start Date - ASAP Location - Barnet Duration - Initially for 3 months Hours per week - 36 hours per week available Salary - £15 ltd per hour Description: Contact supervisors are responsible for the direct provision of professional, child-centred contact supervision, within the Family Resource Centre and other designated locations as appropriate. Contact workers must ensure provision, recording, assessment and monitoring of Child Contact, with particular regard to children's racial and ethnic backgrounds and always with the needs and safety of the child as the paramount concern. Contact supervisors have responsibility for one's individual caseload, including prioritising tasks, the keeping of accurate and relevant case files and the completion and updating of risk assessments relating to service provision and environment To undertake on behalf of the service, observations of child and family contact and produce written reports. Contact supervisor reports may form part of wider assessments in care proceedings and, on occasion, provide supporting evidence to courts. What is required? NVQ level 3 or above in social work, childcare or other related field Full UK driving licence and access to a car Experience in working with children and their families with relevant knowledge and experience in child protection Experience of contact supervision for children in public care If you are interested please call Erin Webbe on or email me your CV - If this role isn't right for you, but you know someone who would fit perfectly to our engaged and devoted team and you refer them, you will receive a referral bonus of £250. The benefits of working with SCS; A specialist, dedicated Social Work consultant offering single point of contact Exceptional referral bonuses - £250 per referral placed in to work! An extensive & exclusive range of Social Work vacancies across the UK Nationwide provider Social Work staff to over 200 local authorities. Payroll service twice a week. Ltd and PAYE payment options available. Annual training budget of up to £250 and continued online CPD training. Excellent Annual Loyalty schemes / bonuses. DBS disclosures provided via fast track online services free of charge.
Apr 23, 2024
Full time
Contact Supervisors needed with Barnet Council Start Date - ASAP Location - Barnet Duration - Initially for 3 months Hours per week - 36 hours per week available Salary - £15 ltd per hour Description: Contact supervisors are responsible for the direct provision of professional, child-centred contact supervision, within the Family Resource Centre and other designated locations as appropriate. Contact workers must ensure provision, recording, assessment and monitoring of Child Contact, with particular regard to children's racial and ethnic backgrounds and always with the needs and safety of the child as the paramount concern. Contact supervisors have responsibility for one's individual caseload, including prioritising tasks, the keeping of accurate and relevant case files and the completion and updating of risk assessments relating to service provision and environment To undertake on behalf of the service, observations of child and family contact and produce written reports. Contact supervisor reports may form part of wider assessments in care proceedings and, on occasion, provide supporting evidence to courts. What is required? NVQ level 3 or above in social work, childcare or other related field Full UK driving licence and access to a car Experience in working with children and their families with relevant knowledge and experience in child protection Experience of contact supervision for children in public care If you are interested please call Erin Webbe on or email me your CV - If this role isn't right for you, but you know someone who would fit perfectly to our engaged and devoted team and you refer them, you will receive a referral bonus of £250. The benefits of working with SCS; A specialist, dedicated Social Work consultant offering single point of contact Exceptional referral bonuses - £250 per referral placed in to work! An extensive & exclusive range of Social Work vacancies across the UK Nationwide provider Social Work staff to over 200 local authorities. Payroll service twice a week. Ltd and PAYE payment options available. Annual training budget of up to £250 and continued online CPD training. Excellent Annual Loyalty schemes / bonuses. DBS disclosures provided via fast track online services free of charge.
Arnfield Independent School has an exciting role available for a permanent, full-time Outdoor Education Manager to join our professional and growing team of employed outdoor education staff and freelance instructors based at Arnfield Tower Activity Centre in Tintwistle. If you can engage, motivate, and enthuse vulnerable and often challenging young people through outdoor education then we want to meet you. If you are appropriately qualified and suitably experienced, able to work confidently as part of a team and lead one-to-one sessions, we can offer you the chance to make a genuine difference to young people's lives, as well as the competitive salary and supportive environment you'd expect. About Us: Established in 1997 and based in the High Peak, we are an Independent School based in Glossop (Ofsted rated Good with elements of Outstanding - March 24) that supports the education of looked-after children, aged 11-17, as part of a well-established Care Group. The school uses a variety of teaching strategies including one-to-one classroom teaching, ASDAN and outdoor education to support students to re-engage with education, build confidence in learning and achieve meaningful educational outcomes, enabling them to take greater control of their lives as they transition into further education, training or work. Our children and young people come from throughout the United Kingdom and, occasionally, abroad. They live in one of our three outstanding residential care homes where our support workers and team of psychologists help them deal with a wide range of complex issues resulting from social, emotional and behavioural difficulties in their formative years. Whether they are with us for short-term respite care, intensive crisis intervention work or longer-term placements as they transition towards semi-independence, we want to help them learn, grow and achieve so that they have every opportunity to succeed in later life. Our curriculum is innovative and varied because the children we educate have complex individual needs. We pride ourselves on being nurturing and supportive, and on using tailored strategies to engage our young people so that they can overcome their disadvantages. We value diversity, resilience, passion and ambition and demand our staff are committed to providing the highest level of educational support for children experiencing crises. So you'll need to share this passion for improving the lives of young people; providing them with the best possible education while they're with us and the greatest opportunities to thrive when they leave. About You: Ideally, you will have a minimum of three years' experience of instructing or teaching in a broad range of outdoor education disciplines including those delivered through residential experiences. You'll also have at least one year's experience acting in a leadership role, be a strong communicator and a good team player, with a proven commitment to your personal development. You'll be qualified in a range of outdoor disciplines including at least two of the following: Indoor/outdoor climbing Hill and Moorland leading Mountain biking Paddlesports Caving And, ideally, you'll hold at least one higher-level national governing body award or equivalent teaching qualification. You'll also have an appropriate first aid qualification and a valid UK manual vehicle driving license. Experience working with and an ability to relate to children and young people would be a definite advantage as would demonstrable experience of undertaking risk assessments, a thorough knowledge of safeguarding and outdoor education pedagogy, and some experience of therapeutic environments and practice. We'll want you to develop our team and our curriculum, working with awarding bodies and other third parties to deliver an innovative take on the national curriculum and other relevant learning programmes. And we'll want you to lead us through our journey to achieving the AHOEC Gold Standard. Challenging, dynamic environments won't daunt you and you'll embrace the need to work flexibly according to the needs of our young people so will be comfortable with a mixture of day work and longer residential trips that will involve several nights at a time away from home. Benefits Competitive salary, plus sleep-in allowances and time off in lieu to compensate for residential stays Induction training and ongoing CPD 35 days' holiday Company pension scheme Staff loyalty and referral bonuses from £50 of vouchers to £500 cash plus additional holidays Wide-ranging employee assistance programme for help with professional and personal concerns Outdoor education forms a core part of the care, behavioural support and practical skills development at Arnfield, contributing crucial lessons as part of our educational provision for children and young people, and promoting physical and emotional well-being. We value diversity, commitment and experience in our staff and offer employment packages that reflect this. For a full job description, person specification and application form, hit apply now or register your interest via Important All the young people we look after are equally entitled to have their needs met in a safe, fair, respectful and balanced way. All staff are responsible for safeguarding and promoting equal opportunities and for challenging any behaviour or practice that discriminates against any young person or colleague based on any perceived difference. Job offers and continued employment are conditional upon stringent pre-employment checks and thorough referencing to assess the suitability of applicants, as well as the achievement and maintenance of Enhanced DBS clearance. JBRP1_UKTJ
Apr 23, 2024
Full time
Arnfield Independent School has an exciting role available for a permanent, full-time Outdoor Education Manager to join our professional and growing team of employed outdoor education staff and freelance instructors based at Arnfield Tower Activity Centre in Tintwistle. If you can engage, motivate, and enthuse vulnerable and often challenging young people through outdoor education then we want to meet you. If you are appropriately qualified and suitably experienced, able to work confidently as part of a team and lead one-to-one sessions, we can offer you the chance to make a genuine difference to young people's lives, as well as the competitive salary and supportive environment you'd expect. About Us: Established in 1997 and based in the High Peak, we are an Independent School based in Glossop (Ofsted rated Good with elements of Outstanding - March 24) that supports the education of looked-after children, aged 11-17, as part of a well-established Care Group. The school uses a variety of teaching strategies including one-to-one classroom teaching, ASDAN and outdoor education to support students to re-engage with education, build confidence in learning and achieve meaningful educational outcomes, enabling them to take greater control of their lives as they transition into further education, training or work. Our children and young people come from throughout the United Kingdom and, occasionally, abroad. They live in one of our three outstanding residential care homes where our support workers and team of psychologists help them deal with a wide range of complex issues resulting from social, emotional and behavioural difficulties in their formative years. Whether they are with us for short-term respite care, intensive crisis intervention work or longer-term placements as they transition towards semi-independence, we want to help them learn, grow and achieve so that they have every opportunity to succeed in later life. Our curriculum is innovative and varied because the children we educate have complex individual needs. We pride ourselves on being nurturing and supportive, and on using tailored strategies to engage our young people so that they can overcome their disadvantages. We value diversity, resilience, passion and ambition and demand our staff are committed to providing the highest level of educational support for children experiencing crises. So you'll need to share this passion for improving the lives of young people; providing them with the best possible education while they're with us and the greatest opportunities to thrive when they leave. About You: Ideally, you will have a minimum of three years' experience of instructing or teaching in a broad range of outdoor education disciplines including those delivered through residential experiences. You'll also have at least one year's experience acting in a leadership role, be a strong communicator and a good team player, with a proven commitment to your personal development. You'll be qualified in a range of outdoor disciplines including at least two of the following: Indoor/outdoor climbing Hill and Moorland leading Mountain biking Paddlesports Caving And, ideally, you'll hold at least one higher-level national governing body award or equivalent teaching qualification. You'll also have an appropriate first aid qualification and a valid UK manual vehicle driving license. Experience working with and an ability to relate to children and young people would be a definite advantage as would demonstrable experience of undertaking risk assessments, a thorough knowledge of safeguarding and outdoor education pedagogy, and some experience of therapeutic environments and practice. We'll want you to develop our team and our curriculum, working with awarding bodies and other third parties to deliver an innovative take on the national curriculum and other relevant learning programmes. And we'll want you to lead us through our journey to achieving the AHOEC Gold Standard. Challenging, dynamic environments won't daunt you and you'll embrace the need to work flexibly according to the needs of our young people so will be comfortable with a mixture of day work and longer residential trips that will involve several nights at a time away from home. Benefits Competitive salary, plus sleep-in allowances and time off in lieu to compensate for residential stays Induction training and ongoing CPD 35 days' holiday Company pension scheme Staff loyalty and referral bonuses from £50 of vouchers to £500 cash plus additional holidays Wide-ranging employee assistance programme for help with professional and personal concerns Outdoor education forms a core part of the care, behavioural support and practical skills development at Arnfield, contributing crucial lessons as part of our educational provision for children and young people, and promoting physical and emotional well-being. We value diversity, commitment and experience in our staff and offer employment packages that reflect this. For a full job description, person specification and application form, hit apply now or register your interest via Important All the young people we look after are equally entitled to have their needs met in a safe, fair, respectful and balanced way. All staff are responsible for safeguarding and promoting equal opportunities and for challenging any behaviour or practice that discriminates against any young person or colleague based on any perceived difference. Job offers and continued employment are conditional upon stringent pre-employment checks and thorough referencing to assess the suitability of applicants, as well as the achievement and maintenance of Enhanced DBS clearance. JBRP1_UKTJ
Senior Social Worker - Enfield - Children & Families Team Benefits in this role: Supportive team and management Flexible working available Long term contract Progression opportunities Your main responsibilities include: Hold and effectively manage a complex and varied caseload with appropriate supervision, guidance, and support, reflecting the function of the team and the Vulnerable People Service in accordance with policy, procedures, guidance and legislation. Undertake work within legislative frameworks including the preparation of written statements and representations to the judiciary at Court hearings. You will be accountable for complex decision making in relation to caseloads ensuring professional judgement, service user involvement, needs led assessment, critical reflection, and analysis to inform this. You will identify and assess levels of risk and need (within statutory frameworks) in often complex situations. Undertake safeguarding investigations and deliver protective and/or supportive services for individuals at risk and maintain up to date assessments, care plans and reviews. You will be preparing statements of need/care and support plans, in consultation with other agencies as appropriate, that reflect the wishes of the individual and lead to the commissioning of personalised packages of care. You will undertake direct work with adults and their families in line with care plans. You will work co-operatively with both internal and external colleagues across multi - agency boundaries. Essential requirements: Social Work England registration Eligible to work in the UK 2 years+ post-qualified experience Degree level or equivalent in Social Work Benefits of working with Remedy A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant. Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs. Referral bonus - up to 250 per person placed. Double payrolls each week.
Apr 23, 2024
Contractor
Senior Social Worker - Enfield - Children & Families Team Benefits in this role: Supportive team and management Flexible working available Long term contract Progression opportunities Your main responsibilities include: Hold and effectively manage a complex and varied caseload with appropriate supervision, guidance, and support, reflecting the function of the team and the Vulnerable People Service in accordance with policy, procedures, guidance and legislation. Undertake work within legislative frameworks including the preparation of written statements and representations to the judiciary at Court hearings. You will be accountable for complex decision making in relation to caseloads ensuring professional judgement, service user involvement, needs led assessment, critical reflection, and analysis to inform this. You will identify and assess levels of risk and need (within statutory frameworks) in often complex situations. Undertake safeguarding investigations and deliver protective and/or supportive services for individuals at risk and maintain up to date assessments, care plans and reviews. You will be preparing statements of need/care and support plans, in consultation with other agencies as appropriate, that reflect the wishes of the individual and lead to the commissioning of personalised packages of care. You will undertake direct work with adults and their families in line with care plans. You will work co-operatively with both internal and external colleagues across multi - agency boundaries. Essential requirements: Social Work England registration Eligible to work in the UK 2 years+ post-qualified experience Degree level or equivalent in Social Work Benefits of working with Remedy A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant. Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs. Referral bonus - up to 250 per person placed. Double payrolls each week.
Qualified Social Worker - Surrey - Family Safeguarding Team Benefits in this role: Supportive team and management Flexible working available Long term contract Progression opportunities Your main responsibilities include: Hold and effectively manage a complex and varied caseload with appropriate supervision, guidance, and support, reflecting the function of the team and the Vulnerable People Service in accordance with policy, procedures, guidance and legislation. Undertake work within legislative frameworks including the preparation of written statements and representations to the judiciary at Court hearings. You will be accountable for complex decision making in relation to caseloads ensuring professional judgement, service user involvement, needs led assessment, critical reflection, and analysis to inform this. You will identify and assess levels of risk and need (within statutory frameworks) in often complex situations. Undertake safeguarding investigations and deliver protective and/or supportive services for individuals at risk and maintain up to date assessments, care plans and reviews. You will be preparing statements of need/care and support plans, in consultation with other agencies as appropriate, that reflect the wishes of the individual and lead to the commissioning of personalised packages of care. You will undertake direct work with adults and their families in line with care plans. You will work co-operatively with both internal and external colleagues across multi - agency boundaries. Essential requirements: Social Work England registration Eligible to work in the UK 2 years+ post-qualified experience Degree level or equivalent in Social Work Benefits of working with Remedy A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant. Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs. Referral bonus - up to 250 per person placed. Double payrolls each week.
Apr 23, 2024
Contractor
Qualified Social Worker - Surrey - Family Safeguarding Team Benefits in this role: Supportive team and management Flexible working available Long term contract Progression opportunities Your main responsibilities include: Hold and effectively manage a complex and varied caseload with appropriate supervision, guidance, and support, reflecting the function of the team and the Vulnerable People Service in accordance with policy, procedures, guidance and legislation. Undertake work within legislative frameworks including the preparation of written statements and representations to the judiciary at Court hearings. You will be accountable for complex decision making in relation to caseloads ensuring professional judgement, service user involvement, needs led assessment, critical reflection, and analysis to inform this. You will identify and assess levels of risk and need (within statutory frameworks) in often complex situations. Undertake safeguarding investigations and deliver protective and/or supportive services for individuals at risk and maintain up to date assessments, care plans and reviews. You will be preparing statements of need/care and support plans, in consultation with other agencies as appropriate, that reflect the wishes of the individual and lead to the commissioning of personalised packages of care. You will undertake direct work with adults and their families in line with care plans. You will work co-operatively with both internal and external colleagues across multi - agency boundaries. Essential requirements: Social Work England registration Eligible to work in the UK 2 years+ post-qualified experience Degree level or equivalent in Social Work Benefits of working with Remedy A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant. Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs. Referral bonus - up to 250 per person placed. Double payrolls each week.
Childrens Social Worker FAST- Norwich Job Description Childrens Social Worker Family Assessment and Safeguarding Team- Norwich Full and part time Salary up to £45,442 (pro rata for part time) plus financial rewards of: £2k welcome payment Up to £12,000 for continued service Up to £10K relocation package Who cares that the job of a child protection social worker can be tough? We do . WHO CARES? WE DO. Join us. We're recruiting social workers now at Norfolk County Council. TV AD - YouTube There couldn't be a better time to join Childrens Services at Norfolk County Council. Ofsted inspected our children services in November 2022 and published their report in January 2023. We are rated Good in all areas, following significant improvements, and the report recognised that we have transformed our children's services. Read Ofsted's Inspection of Norfolk Children's Services November 2022 report Key highlights from the latest report: Personal advisers and social workers have caseloads which 'enable them to build enduring and effective relationships with their young people and support them into adulthood'. Working in Norfolk you will be empowered to be tenacious and creative in using a range of tools and theoretical frameworks to help children through significant and traumatic experiences. Relationship-based partnership working is one of our strengths in Norfolk with an innovative system-wide approach to the delivery of services and a diverse range of multi-agency support services focused on building resilience and ensuring that needs are met quickly and at the lowest level. Our executive director of children's services (DCS) Sara Tough is an exemplary leader who champions the needs of children and young people with a strong senior management team who together provide continuity of management and strategic direction. In Norfolk we've invested millions to completely change our operating model and create the professional and emotional support around you that you need to do the job you trained for, to get the best outcomes for children and families, and to achieve a work-life balance that suits you. We're realistic about the challenges, but we're passionate about how we can support you to meet them, so you can enjoy the rewards social work has to offer. Our new operating model supports practitioners, with: Streamlined paperwork - so you can spend less time filling in forms and writing reports Two members of support staff for every social work team to reduce your admin Dedicated court work facilitators to support you Continuous development of the professionals that you as a case-holding social worker can call in to help you, including domestic abuse specialists, homebased support workers, substance misuse workers A Children's Advice and Duty Service (CADS) team to triage cases to the right teams, so you can focus on where you can make the biggest difference We're working towards aligning mental health practitioners more closely to our teams. We have already seen reduced contacts, referrals, and a big reduction in the number of assessments which do not lead to ongoing work. "The breadth and depth of circumstances you experience being a fast social worker means there is scope to either develop a specialism and pursue something you are interested in, or alternatively have a varied caseload. The FAST model means that you are able to work with children from the point of referral onward meaning you have the opportunity to work long term with families and form strong and consistent relationships with the children you work with. There is a good variety of work between assessment, long-term work and court work and as such you have the opportunity to develop your skills in a range of areas." Robyn, FAST Social Worker In addition to being a social worker registered with Social Work England, you will: Previous experience working within a children's social care environment (we have a supported programme if you have had a career break or have worked in a different sector). Completion of your AYSE A proven track record of excellent practice and a passion for improving the lives of children The ability to build effective professional relationships with families and other professionals In return we will offer you: A supportive team who cares about your wellbeing and professional development We offer flexible working arrangements including condensed four-day week working, nine-day fortnights and other options We offer a generous annual leave entitlement - plus the opportunity to purchase up to two weeks of additional annual leave through our salary sacrifice scheme We offer maternity, paternity and adoption pay and time off to support you as your family grows. There is an independently run nursery within the Norfolk County Council grounds which offers priority spaces to our employees We offer support if you care for relatives or friends who are older, disabled or seriously ill We are committed to promoting the health, safety and wellbeing of our social workers. We provide access to services that support your health and wellbeing, such as confidential counselling and advice, fast-track physiotherapy and NHS Health Checks for employees over 40 We have a great offer waiting for you, not to mention a great lifestyle in Norfolk to help you with your work life balance. All our office-based roles are currently working in a hybrid way between home and office as part of our Smarter Working plans and to support the health and safety of all our colleagues. We anticipate that working remotely will be a key feature of this role and your office base will be in Sprowston, Norwich. Our technology platform and equipment are first class, enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We ask that you have in place good Broadband connectivity. We are recruiting experienced social workers to our teams countywide. We'd love to tell you more about being a Social Worker in Norfolk! Please call Deborah our Recruitment Business Partner on or email Applications will be reviewed once submitted so please apply NOW! Job Description and Personal Specification Norfolk is a wonderful place to live and work. With our 90 miles of stunning coastline, seaside towns, our famous broads and not forgetting Norwich, a fine city rich with culture, history and diversity, our fabulous county has something to offer everyone, and it is a great place to bring your family! Living and working in Norfolk - Norfolk County Council We are committed to equality and inclusion and welcome applications irrespective of gender identity, disability, marital status, ethnic origin, age, pregnancy status, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We are proud to have achieved Carer Friendly Employer Status, Disability Confident Leader Status, the Employer Recognition Scheme award for the Armed Forces Covenant and to be one of the authorities piloting the workforce race equality standard (WRES). For qualified and experienced Social Workers (Grade J and above with 2 years' post qualified experience) new to Norfolk County Council in FAST For eligible service in FAST teams as a Level 2 or Senior Social Worker paid £3,000 after year one, £4,000 after year three and £5,000 after year five. (Pro rata basis for part time employees. Payments subject to tax, national insurance and pensionable) Applications will be reviewed as soon as they are submitted so don't delay - apply ASAP! About Us We have miles of beautiful coastline and our unique Broads, thriving market towns and a city with a proud cultural heritage. Our economy is growing and driven by innovation in a number of sectors, including energy and food. We also have ambitious plans for new housing and a building programme for schools across Norfolk. Our county a great place to live, work and visit, and is an excellent environment for businesses to start, grow and innovate. We are the main local authority for Norfolk providing services countywide to more than 850,000 Norfolk residents. We take the lead in critical policy areas, working with 84 elected Members responsible for the strategic local government services in the county. We provide a high quality service through involving people who use our services to shape and comment on them and by promoting efficiency and innovation. We work in partnership with local businesses, voluntary organisations and other local authorities such as District and Parish Councils to provide the people of Norfolk with excellent services.
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
Childrens Social Worker FAST- Norwich Job Description Childrens Social Worker Family Assessment and Safeguarding Team- Norwich Full and part time Salary up to £45,442 (pro rata for part time) plus financial rewards of: £2k welcome payment Up to £12,000 for continued service Up to £10K relocation package Who cares that the job of a child protection social worker can be tough? We do . WHO CARES? WE DO. Join us. We're recruiting social workers now at Norfolk County Council. TV AD - YouTube There couldn't be a better time to join Childrens Services at Norfolk County Council. Ofsted inspected our children services in November 2022 and published their report in January 2023. We are rated Good in all areas, following significant improvements, and the report recognised that we have transformed our children's services. Read Ofsted's Inspection of Norfolk Children's Services November 2022 report Key highlights from the latest report: Personal advisers and social workers have caseloads which 'enable them to build enduring and effective relationships with their young people and support them into adulthood'. Working in Norfolk you will be empowered to be tenacious and creative in using a range of tools and theoretical frameworks to help children through significant and traumatic experiences. Relationship-based partnership working is one of our strengths in Norfolk with an innovative system-wide approach to the delivery of services and a diverse range of multi-agency support services focused on building resilience and ensuring that needs are met quickly and at the lowest level. Our executive director of children's services (DCS) Sara Tough is an exemplary leader who champions the needs of children and young people with a strong senior management team who together provide continuity of management and strategic direction. In Norfolk we've invested millions to completely change our operating model and create the professional and emotional support around you that you need to do the job you trained for, to get the best outcomes for children and families, and to achieve a work-life balance that suits you. We're realistic about the challenges, but we're passionate about how we can support you to meet them, so you can enjoy the rewards social work has to offer. Our new operating model supports practitioners, with: Streamlined paperwork - so you can spend less time filling in forms and writing reports Two members of support staff for every social work team to reduce your admin Dedicated court work facilitators to support you Continuous development of the professionals that you as a case-holding social worker can call in to help you, including domestic abuse specialists, homebased support workers, substance misuse workers A Children's Advice and Duty Service (CADS) team to triage cases to the right teams, so you can focus on where you can make the biggest difference We're working towards aligning mental health practitioners more closely to our teams. We have already seen reduced contacts, referrals, and a big reduction in the number of assessments which do not lead to ongoing work. "The breadth and depth of circumstances you experience being a fast social worker means there is scope to either develop a specialism and pursue something you are interested in, or alternatively have a varied caseload. The FAST model means that you are able to work with children from the point of referral onward meaning you have the opportunity to work long term with families and form strong and consistent relationships with the children you work with. There is a good variety of work between assessment, long-term work and court work and as such you have the opportunity to develop your skills in a range of areas." Robyn, FAST Social Worker In addition to being a social worker registered with Social Work England, you will: Previous experience working within a children's social care environment (we have a supported programme if you have had a career break or have worked in a different sector). Completion of your AYSE A proven track record of excellent practice and a passion for improving the lives of children The ability to build effective professional relationships with families and other professionals In return we will offer you: A supportive team who cares about your wellbeing and professional development We offer flexible working arrangements including condensed four-day week working, nine-day fortnights and other options We offer a generous annual leave entitlement - plus the opportunity to purchase up to two weeks of additional annual leave through our salary sacrifice scheme We offer maternity, paternity and adoption pay and time off to support you as your family grows. There is an independently run nursery within the Norfolk County Council grounds which offers priority spaces to our employees We offer support if you care for relatives or friends who are older, disabled or seriously ill We are committed to promoting the health, safety and wellbeing of our social workers. We provide access to services that support your health and wellbeing, such as confidential counselling and advice, fast-track physiotherapy and NHS Health Checks for employees over 40 We have a great offer waiting for you, not to mention a great lifestyle in Norfolk to help you with your work life balance. All our office-based roles are currently working in a hybrid way between home and office as part of our Smarter Working plans and to support the health and safety of all our colleagues. We anticipate that working remotely will be a key feature of this role and your office base will be in Sprowston, Norwich. Our technology platform and equipment are first class, enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We ask that you have in place good Broadband connectivity. We are recruiting experienced social workers to our teams countywide. We'd love to tell you more about being a Social Worker in Norfolk! Please call Deborah our Recruitment Business Partner on or email Applications will be reviewed once submitted so please apply NOW! Job Description and Personal Specification Norfolk is a wonderful place to live and work. With our 90 miles of stunning coastline, seaside towns, our famous broads and not forgetting Norwich, a fine city rich with culture, history and diversity, our fabulous county has something to offer everyone, and it is a great place to bring your family! Living and working in Norfolk - Norfolk County Council We are committed to equality and inclusion and welcome applications irrespective of gender identity, disability, marital status, ethnic origin, age, pregnancy status, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We are proud to have achieved Carer Friendly Employer Status, Disability Confident Leader Status, the Employer Recognition Scheme award for the Armed Forces Covenant and to be one of the authorities piloting the workforce race equality standard (WRES). For qualified and experienced Social Workers (Grade J and above with 2 years' post qualified experience) new to Norfolk County Council in FAST For eligible service in FAST teams as a Level 2 or Senior Social Worker paid £3,000 after year one, £4,000 after year three and £5,000 after year five. (Pro rata basis for part time employees. Payments subject to tax, national insurance and pensionable) Applications will be reviewed as soon as they are submitted so don't delay - apply ASAP! About Us We have miles of beautiful coastline and our unique Broads, thriving market towns and a city with a proud cultural heritage. Our economy is growing and driven by innovation in a number of sectors, including energy and food. We also have ambitious plans for new housing and a building programme for schools across Norfolk. Our county a great place to live, work and visit, and is an excellent environment for businesses to start, grow and innovate. We are the main local authority for Norfolk providing services countywide to more than 850,000 Norfolk residents. We take the lead in critical policy areas, working with 84 elected Members responsible for the strategic local government services in the county. We provide a high quality service through involving people who use our services to shape and comment on them and by promoting efficiency and innovation. We work in partnership with local businesses, voluntary organisations and other local authorities such as District and Parish Councils to provide the people of Norfolk with excellent services.
Childrens Social Worker-FAST- Great Yarmouth Job Description Childrens Social Worker Family Assessment and Safeguarding Team- Great Yarmouth Full and part time Salary up to £45,442 (pro rata for part time) plus financial rewards of: £2k welcome payment Up to £12,000 for continued service Up to £10K relocation package Who cares that the job of a child protection social worker can be tough? We do . WHO CARES? WE DO. Join us. We're recruiting social workers now at Norfolk County Council. TV AD - YouTube There couldn't be a better time to join Childrens Services at Norfolk County Council. Ofsted inspected our children services in November 2022 and published their report in January 2023. We are rated Good in all areas, following significant improvements, and the report recognised that we have transformed our children's services. Read Ofsted's Inspection of Norfolk Children's Services November 2022 report Key highlights from the latest report: Personal advisers and social workers have caseloads which 'enable them to build enduring and effective relationships with their young people and support them into adulthood'. Working in Norfolk you will be empowered to be tenacious and creative in using a range of tools and theoretical frameworks to help children through significant and traumatic experiences. Relationship-based partnership working is one of our strengths in Norfolk with an innovative system-wide approach to the delivery of services and a diverse range of multi-agency support services focused on building resilience and ensuring that needs are met quickly and at the lowest level. Our executive director of children's services (DCS) Sara Tough is an exemplary leader who champions the needs of children and young people with a strong senior management team who together provide continuity of management and strategic direction. In Norfolk we've invested millions to completely change our operating model and create the professional and emotional support around you that you need to do the job you trained for, to get the best outcomes for children and families, and to achieve a work-life balance that suits you. We're realistic about the challenges, but we're passionate about how we can support you to meet them, so you can enjoy the rewards social work has to offer. Our new operating model supports practitioners, with: Streamlined paperwork - so you can spend less time filling in forms and writing reports Two members of support staff for every social work team to reduce your admin Dedicated court work facilitators to support you Continuous development of the professionals that you as a case-holding social worker can call in to help you, including domestic abuse specialists, homebased support workers, substance misuse workers A Children's Advice and Duty Service (CADS) team to triage cases to the right teams, so you can focus on where you can make the biggest difference We're working towards aligning mental health practitioners more closely to our teams. We have already seen reduced contacts, referrals, and a big reduction in the number of assessments which do not lead to ongoing work. "The breadth and depth of circumstances you experience being a fast social worker means there is scope to either develop a specialism and pursue something you are interested in, or alternatively have a varied caseload. The FAST model means that you are able to work with children from the point of referral onward meaning you have the opportunity to work long term with families and form strong and consistent relationships with the children you work with. There is a good variety of work between assessment, long-term work and court work and as such you have the opportunity to develop your skills in a range of areas." Robyn, FAST Social Worker In addition to being a social worker registered with Social Work England, you will: Previous experience working within a children's social care environment (we have a supported programme if you have had a career break or have worked in a different sector). Completion of your AYSE A proven track record of excellent practice and a passion for improving the lives of children The ability to build effective professional relationships with families and other professionals In return we will offer you: A supportive team who cares about your wellbeing and professional development We offer flexible working arrangements including condensed four-day week working, hybrid working, nine-day fortnights and other options We offer a generous annual leave entitlement - plus the opportunity to purchase up to two weeks of additional annual leave through our salary sacrifice scheme We offer maternity, paternity and adoption pay and time off to support you as your family grows. There is an independently run nursery within the Norfolk County Council grounds which offers priority spaces to our employees We offer support if you care for relatives or friends who are older, disabled or seriously ill We are committed to promoting the health, safety and wellbeing of our social workers. We provide access to services that support your health and wellbeing, such as confidential counselling and advice, fast-track physiotherapy and NHS Health Checks for employees over 40 We have a great offer waiting for you, not to mention a great lifestyle in Norfolk to help you with your work life balance. All our office-based roles are currently working in a hybrid way between home and office as part of our Smarter Working plans and to support the health and safety of all our colleagues. We anticipate that working remotely will be a key feature of this role and your office base will be in Sprowston, Norwich. Our technology platform and equipment are first class, enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We ask that you have in place good Broadband connectivity. We are recruiting experienced social workers to our teams countywide. We'd love to tell you more about being a Social Worker in Norfolk! Please call Deborah our Recruitment Business Partner on or email Applications will be reviewed once submitted so please apply NOW! Job Description and Personal Specification Great Yarmouth is a wonderful place to live and work, it is a large seaside market town with beautiful beaches, a lower than average cost of living and lots of things to do with the family. Norfolk 90 miles of stunning coastline, seaside towns, our famous broads and not forgetting Norwich, a fine city rich with culture, history and diversity, our fabulous county has something to offer everyone, and it is a great place to bring your family! Living and working in Norfolk - Norfolk County Council We are committed to equality and inclusion and welcome applications irrespective of gender identity, disability, marital status, ethnic origin, age, pregnancy status, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We are proud to have achieved Carer Friendly Employer Status, Disability Confident Leader Status, the Employer Recognition Scheme award for the Armed Forces Covenant and to be one of the authorities piloting the workforce race equality standard (WRES). For qualified and experienced Social Workers (Grade J and above with 2 years' post qualified experience) new to Norfolk County Council in FAST For eligible service in FAST teams as a Level 2 or Senior Social Worker paid £3,000 after year one, £4,000 after year three and £5,000 after year five. (Pro rata basis for part time employees. Payments subject to tax, national insurance and pensionable) Applications will be reviewed as soon as they are submitted so don't delay - apply ASAP! About Us We have miles of beautiful coastline and our unique Broads, thriving market towns and a city with a proud cultural heritage. Our economy is growing and driven by innovation in a number of sectors, including energy and food. We also have ambitious plans for new housing and a building programme for schools across Norfolk. Our county a great place to live, work and visit, and is an excellent environment for businesses to start, grow and innovate. We are the main local authority for Norfolk providing services countywide to more than 850,000 Norfolk residents. We take the lead in critical policy areas, working with 84 elected Members responsible for the strategic local government services in the county. We provide a high quality service through involving people who use our services to shape and comment on them and by promoting efficiency and innovation. We work in partnership with local businesses, voluntary organisations and other local authorities such as District and Parish Councils to provide the people of Norfolk with excellent services.
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
Childrens Social Worker-FAST- Great Yarmouth Job Description Childrens Social Worker Family Assessment and Safeguarding Team- Great Yarmouth Full and part time Salary up to £45,442 (pro rata for part time) plus financial rewards of: £2k welcome payment Up to £12,000 for continued service Up to £10K relocation package Who cares that the job of a child protection social worker can be tough? We do . WHO CARES? WE DO. Join us. We're recruiting social workers now at Norfolk County Council. TV AD - YouTube There couldn't be a better time to join Childrens Services at Norfolk County Council. Ofsted inspected our children services in November 2022 and published their report in January 2023. We are rated Good in all areas, following significant improvements, and the report recognised that we have transformed our children's services. Read Ofsted's Inspection of Norfolk Children's Services November 2022 report Key highlights from the latest report: Personal advisers and social workers have caseloads which 'enable them to build enduring and effective relationships with their young people and support them into adulthood'. Working in Norfolk you will be empowered to be tenacious and creative in using a range of tools and theoretical frameworks to help children through significant and traumatic experiences. Relationship-based partnership working is one of our strengths in Norfolk with an innovative system-wide approach to the delivery of services and a diverse range of multi-agency support services focused on building resilience and ensuring that needs are met quickly and at the lowest level. Our executive director of children's services (DCS) Sara Tough is an exemplary leader who champions the needs of children and young people with a strong senior management team who together provide continuity of management and strategic direction. In Norfolk we've invested millions to completely change our operating model and create the professional and emotional support around you that you need to do the job you trained for, to get the best outcomes for children and families, and to achieve a work-life balance that suits you. We're realistic about the challenges, but we're passionate about how we can support you to meet them, so you can enjoy the rewards social work has to offer. Our new operating model supports practitioners, with: Streamlined paperwork - so you can spend less time filling in forms and writing reports Two members of support staff for every social work team to reduce your admin Dedicated court work facilitators to support you Continuous development of the professionals that you as a case-holding social worker can call in to help you, including domestic abuse specialists, homebased support workers, substance misuse workers A Children's Advice and Duty Service (CADS) team to triage cases to the right teams, so you can focus on where you can make the biggest difference We're working towards aligning mental health practitioners more closely to our teams. We have already seen reduced contacts, referrals, and a big reduction in the number of assessments which do not lead to ongoing work. "The breadth and depth of circumstances you experience being a fast social worker means there is scope to either develop a specialism and pursue something you are interested in, or alternatively have a varied caseload. The FAST model means that you are able to work with children from the point of referral onward meaning you have the opportunity to work long term with families and form strong and consistent relationships with the children you work with. There is a good variety of work between assessment, long-term work and court work and as such you have the opportunity to develop your skills in a range of areas." Robyn, FAST Social Worker In addition to being a social worker registered with Social Work England, you will: Previous experience working within a children's social care environment (we have a supported programme if you have had a career break or have worked in a different sector). Completion of your AYSE A proven track record of excellent practice and a passion for improving the lives of children The ability to build effective professional relationships with families and other professionals In return we will offer you: A supportive team who cares about your wellbeing and professional development We offer flexible working arrangements including condensed four-day week working, hybrid working, nine-day fortnights and other options We offer a generous annual leave entitlement - plus the opportunity to purchase up to two weeks of additional annual leave through our salary sacrifice scheme We offer maternity, paternity and adoption pay and time off to support you as your family grows. There is an independently run nursery within the Norfolk County Council grounds which offers priority spaces to our employees We offer support if you care for relatives or friends who are older, disabled or seriously ill We are committed to promoting the health, safety and wellbeing of our social workers. We provide access to services that support your health and wellbeing, such as confidential counselling and advice, fast-track physiotherapy and NHS Health Checks for employees over 40 We have a great offer waiting for you, not to mention a great lifestyle in Norfolk to help you with your work life balance. All our office-based roles are currently working in a hybrid way between home and office as part of our Smarter Working plans and to support the health and safety of all our colleagues. We anticipate that working remotely will be a key feature of this role and your office base will be in Sprowston, Norwich. Our technology platform and equipment are first class, enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We ask that you have in place good Broadband connectivity. We are recruiting experienced social workers to our teams countywide. We'd love to tell you more about being a Social Worker in Norfolk! Please call Deborah our Recruitment Business Partner on or email Applications will be reviewed once submitted so please apply NOW! Job Description and Personal Specification Great Yarmouth is a wonderful place to live and work, it is a large seaside market town with beautiful beaches, a lower than average cost of living and lots of things to do with the family. Norfolk 90 miles of stunning coastline, seaside towns, our famous broads and not forgetting Norwich, a fine city rich with culture, history and diversity, our fabulous county has something to offer everyone, and it is a great place to bring your family! Living and working in Norfolk - Norfolk County Council We are committed to equality and inclusion and welcome applications irrespective of gender identity, disability, marital status, ethnic origin, age, pregnancy status, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We are proud to have achieved Carer Friendly Employer Status, Disability Confident Leader Status, the Employer Recognition Scheme award for the Armed Forces Covenant and to be one of the authorities piloting the workforce race equality standard (WRES). For qualified and experienced Social Workers (Grade J and above with 2 years' post qualified experience) new to Norfolk County Council in FAST For eligible service in FAST teams as a Level 2 or Senior Social Worker paid £3,000 after year one, £4,000 after year three and £5,000 after year five. (Pro rata basis for part time employees. Payments subject to tax, national insurance and pensionable) Applications will be reviewed as soon as they are submitted so don't delay - apply ASAP! About Us We have miles of beautiful coastline and our unique Broads, thriving market towns and a city with a proud cultural heritage. Our economy is growing and driven by innovation in a number of sectors, including energy and food. We also have ambitious plans for new housing and a building programme for schools across Norfolk. Our county a great place to live, work and visit, and is an excellent environment for businesses to start, grow and innovate. We are the main local authority for Norfolk providing services countywide to more than 850,000 Norfolk residents. We take the lead in critical policy areas, working with 84 elected Members responsible for the strategic local government services in the county. We provide a high quality service through involving people who use our services to shape and comment on them and by promoting efficiency and innovation. We work in partnership with local businesses, voluntary organisations and other local authorities such as District and Parish Councils to provide the people of Norfolk with excellent services.
Nottingham Community Housing Association
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Project Manager Nottingham £31,493 - £36,297 per annum Are you looking for the next step in your care career? Utilise your current skills and experience and develop as Project Manager at the new reablement service. If you are interested in supporting people with Mental health Needs whilst developing your skills and experience within a fantastic reablement Service, please apply today! What is the reablement service? A highly focused 12-week intervention which involves one to one community support, to support Service users to recover and help to overcome issues in their daily lives that impact negatively on their mental health and wellbeing. The primary focus of the service is to enable service users to remain independent in the community and to facilitate discharge from psychiatric wards. The Role Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of people with mental health needs? We are currently seeking a dedicated individual to join our team as project manager. If you are dedicated, compassionate, and committed to mental health services, we invite you to apply. Join us in making a difference in the lives of those who need it most. The Project Manager will responsible for the effective management of our city reablement service. The post holder will line manage the support workers and referral coordinator. Working closely in a team with the Service manager and wider operational leadership, the post holder will provide day to day management and assist in the development of the services. As the Project Manager you will have a variety of duties and responsibilities which will include but are not limited to: Recruiting, selecting and inducting new colleagues Managing performance through supervisions, development plans and CLEAR conversations Managing work place health and safety risk assessments and practices in line with regulations Meeting statutory and organisational quality requirements and regulations Develop, monitor and meet designated cost centre income and expenditure targets Contribute to wider organisational development initiatives to develop and improve services Develop and maintain partnerships with internal and external stakeholders Work in partnership with other organisations. About You You will be passionate about supporting people with mental health needs. You will be able to motivate the team, empowering them to achieve great things across the service. When things don't go to plan; you will need to be resilient and have the character to bounce back. You will have a sense of humour and compassion; clearly demonstrating our organisations' values of being Caring, Learning, Enthusiastic, Accountable and Resilient. Having a 'can do' attitude and the right values, you will be able to work in a way to ensure support is delivered in the most compassionate and empowering way. You will have strong communication skills to not only work effectively and efficiently with your team and the service users but also to actively build relationships with key support agencies. You will need experience in mental health and case management. Minimum or working towards NVQ level 3 or new QCF Diploma level 3 in Management or Leadership, Health and Social Care, Housing or another relevant qualification or experience at Level 3. You will work Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm, however there may be expectation to work some evenings up to 8pm and occasional weekends and bank holidays. All successful candidates will be required to take a basic numeracy and literacy exercise prior to the interview. Interviews are being arranged on an ongoing basis Looking forward to receiving your application! All successful candidates will be required to take a work-related test prior to the interview. Please note that we are not currently offering visa sponsorship. As an Equal Opportunities and Disability Confident Employer, NCHA welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates including those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and disabled candidates. As part of our LGBT Allies Programme, we also welcomeapplications from members of the LGBT community and encourage inclusivity in the workplace.
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
Project Manager Nottingham £31,493 - £36,297 per annum Are you looking for the next step in your care career? Utilise your current skills and experience and develop as Project Manager at the new reablement service. If you are interested in supporting people with Mental health Needs whilst developing your skills and experience within a fantastic reablement Service, please apply today! What is the reablement service? A highly focused 12-week intervention which involves one to one community support, to support Service users to recover and help to overcome issues in their daily lives that impact negatively on their mental health and wellbeing. The primary focus of the service is to enable service users to remain independent in the community and to facilitate discharge from psychiatric wards. The Role Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of people with mental health needs? We are currently seeking a dedicated individual to join our team as project manager. If you are dedicated, compassionate, and committed to mental health services, we invite you to apply. Join us in making a difference in the lives of those who need it most. The Project Manager will responsible for the effective management of our city reablement service. The post holder will line manage the support workers and referral coordinator. Working closely in a team with the Service manager and wider operational leadership, the post holder will provide day to day management and assist in the development of the services. As the Project Manager you will have a variety of duties and responsibilities which will include but are not limited to: Recruiting, selecting and inducting new colleagues Managing performance through supervisions, development plans and CLEAR conversations Managing work place health and safety risk assessments and practices in line with regulations Meeting statutory and organisational quality requirements and regulations Develop, monitor and meet designated cost centre income and expenditure targets Contribute to wider organisational development initiatives to develop and improve services Develop and maintain partnerships with internal and external stakeholders Work in partnership with other organisations. About You You will be passionate about supporting people with mental health needs. You will be able to motivate the team, empowering them to achieve great things across the service. When things don't go to plan; you will need to be resilient and have the character to bounce back. You will have a sense of humour and compassion; clearly demonstrating our organisations' values of being Caring, Learning, Enthusiastic, Accountable and Resilient. Having a 'can do' attitude and the right values, you will be able to work in a way to ensure support is delivered in the most compassionate and empowering way. You will have strong communication skills to not only work effectively and efficiently with your team and the service users but also to actively build relationships with key support agencies. You will need experience in mental health and case management. Minimum or working towards NVQ level 3 or new QCF Diploma level 3 in Management or Leadership, Health and Social Care, Housing or another relevant qualification or experience at Level 3. You will work Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm, however there may be expectation to work some evenings up to 8pm and occasional weekends and bank holidays. All successful candidates will be required to take a basic numeracy and literacy exercise prior to the interview. Interviews are being arranged on an ongoing basis Looking forward to receiving your application! All successful candidates will be required to take a work-related test prior to the interview. Please note that we are not currently offering visa sponsorship. As an Equal Opportunities and Disability Confident Employer, NCHA welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates including those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and disabled candidates. As part of our LGBT Allies Programme, we also welcomeapplications from members of the LGBT community and encourage inclusivity in the workplace.
As a Social Worker, you can be the reason why lives change for the better, helping some of the most vulnerable people gain a brighter future. With previous experience from the NHS or private care, you can join the multidisciplinary team at Emerald Place in Horley which has a strong emphasis on teamwork, where you will provide care for young people in a CAMHS service. As a Social Worker you will work with a complex caseload and be responsible for social care assessments, risk assessments, facilitate group activities, and will contribute to ICR meetings, supporting service users to make viable plans for their future. You will be the Safeguarding Lead for the service supported by other senior staff, and will manage internal investigations and liaise with home authorities for service users during their admission and discharging process, while enjoying access to a range of training opportunities that can see your career grow and you achieve your career aspirations. A career at Elysium is one that you can take pride in, knowing that you will be instrumental in helping people to lead a full and valued life, enabling them to live more independently. Its what delivering great healthcare should feel like. As a Social Worker you will be: Referrals to LADO and Local Authority in line with safeguarding and assessments Educating Hospital staff about relevant safeguarding matters. Completing a full annual social care reassessment within the CPA format. Facilitating access to welfare rights, housing, advocacy services and associated support services Participating in 1:1 supervision To be successful in this role, you'll need: Have a Social Work England registration A Social Work degree Experience within similar environment Experience with working with young teens Where you will be working: Location: Emerald Place Clinic, Farmfield Drive, Charlwood, Horley, RH6 0BN Emerald Place Clinic is a general adolescent inpatient unit for the care and treatment of young people aged 13 up to the age of 18. Young people who are admitted to the unit will have a primary diagnosis of mental illness across a wide range of disorders and complex needs. These could include mental health conditions such as mood disorders and acute psychosis. Additionally young people may have co-existing additional needs such as neurodevelopmental disorders, including mild learning disabilities or autism. A young person could also be admitted if they have disordered eating. What you will get: Annual salary of up to £47,000 The equivalent of 33 days annual leave - plus your birthday off! Free meals and parking Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance. Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals. Pension contribution to secure your future. Life Assurance for added peace of mind. Enhanced Maternity Package so you can truly enjoy this special time. There is also a range of other benefits including retail discounts and special offers, car leasing without a credit check, holiday financing and much more. About your next employer You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person's individual responsibility and are committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of service users. Candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure.
Apr 17, 2024
Full time
As a Social Worker, you can be the reason why lives change for the better, helping some of the most vulnerable people gain a brighter future. With previous experience from the NHS or private care, you can join the multidisciplinary team at Emerald Place in Horley which has a strong emphasis on teamwork, where you will provide care for young people in a CAMHS service. As a Social Worker you will work with a complex caseload and be responsible for social care assessments, risk assessments, facilitate group activities, and will contribute to ICR meetings, supporting service users to make viable plans for their future. You will be the Safeguarding Lead for the service supported by other senior staff, and will manage internal investigations and liaise with home authorities for service users during their admission and discharging process, while enjoying access to a range of training opportunities that can see your career grow and you achieve your career aspirations. A career at Elysium is one that you can take pride in, knowing that you will be instrumental in helping people to lead a full and valued life, enabling them to live more independently. Its what delivering great healthcare should feel like. As a Social Worker you will be: Referrals to LADO and Local Authority in line with safeguarding and assessments Educating Hospital staff about relevant safeguarding matters. Completing a full annual social care reassessment within the CPA format. Facilitating access to welfare rights, housing, advocacy services and associated support services Participating in 1:1 supervision To be successful in this role, you'll need: Have a Social Work England registration A Social Work degree Experience within similar environment Experience with working with young teens Where you will be working: Location: Emerald Place Clinic, Farmfield Drive, Charlwood, Horley, RH6 0BN Emerald Place Clinic is a general adolescent inpatient unit for the care and treatment of young people aged 13 up to the age of 18. Young people who are admitted to the unit will have a primary diagnosis of mental illness across a wide range of disorders and complex needs. These could include mental health conditions such as mood disorders and acute psychosis. Additionally young people may have co-existing additional needs such as neurodevelopmental disorders, including mild learning disabilities or autism. A young person could also be admitted if they have disordered eating. What you will get: Annual salary of up to £47,000 The equivalent of 33 days annual leave - plus your birthday off! Free meals and parking Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance. Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals. Pension contribution to secure your future. Life Assurance for added peace of mind. Enhanced Maternity Package so you can truly enjoy this special time. There is also a range of other benefits including retail discounts and special offers, car leasing without a credit check, holiday financing and much more. About your next employer You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person's individual responsibility and are committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of service users. Candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure.