Social Worker - Adult Locality Team
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  • England,North East,Tyne and Wear,Gateshead
  • full-time
  • £19.00 - £24.00 per hour
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Social Worker - Adult Locality Team
Gateshead, UK
£19 - £24 per hour
About the Role:
Randstad is recruiting a skilled Social Worker to join the Adult Locality Team in Gateshead.
This role involves providing assessment and support to adults within the local community, including older adults and those with physical disabilities or mental health needs.
You will work closely with individuals, families, and multi-agency partners to promote independence, improve quality of life, and ensure that individuals receive the appropriate care and support.
Key Responsibilities:
*Conduct thorough assessments of adults’ needs, creating and implementing personalized care and support plans.
*Work in partnership with individuals, families, and other agencies, including health services, housing, and community organizations, to coordinate and deliver effective support.
*Advocate for individuals to ensure they have a voice in their care and that their wishes are respected in all decision-making processes.
*Manage a caseload, ensuring timely reviews, updates to support plans, and compliance with safeguarding and legal requirements.
*Provide advice, support, and signposting to local resources to help individuals maintain independence in their community.
*Conduct risk assessments and respond promptly to any concerns, following safeguarding protocols to ensure individuals’ safety.
Requirements:
*Qualified Social Worker with valid Social Work England registration.
*Previous experience in adult social care, preferably in a locality team or similar community-based setting.
*Strong understanding of the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, and safeguarding principles.
*Excellent assessment, planning, and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with a range of partners and stakeholders.
*Commitment to promoting independence, choice, and control for adults in the community.
Benefits:
*Competitive and Weekly pay-rates
*One committed and dedicated point of contact
*An unlimited referrals incentive, giving you a £300 voucher for anyone you refer (T&Cs apply)
*Access to 100s of discounts through the Hapi App
How to Apply:
If you’re ready to make a difference in the lives of individuals, we want to hear from you! we have several exciting opportunities with competitive pay & flexibility.
Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you’re passionate about this role.
If you wish to discuss this further please call and can share the CV
Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.
Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.
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