Social Worker
| Posting date: | 28 April 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £30,000 to £40,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 28 May 2024 |
| Location: | Doncaster, South Yorkshire |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 1 day per week |
| Company: | Kare Plus Doncaster |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | SW01 |
Summary
Job Description
SOCIAL WORKER
Introduction to Kare Plus
Kare Plus is a prominent provider of high-quality nursing, homecare and healthcare services. With a prestigious history in the sector and well-established links with numerous national healthcare organisations; we empower franchise owners to make a positive difference across local communities, on a national scale.
Established in 1989, Kare Plus has almost 30 years’ experience in providing a wide range of healthcare services. We specialise in supplying nurses, healthcare assistants and ancillary staff to private and public healthcare workforce solutions, such as hospitals, nursing homes and medical centres. The support our staff provide is essential to maintaining the safety and quality of patient care.
Kare Plus also provides tailored homecare services to local communities across the UK all provided by taking a person-centred approach. Our approach to care means our service meets the diverse needs and preferences of people living in our community and subsequently promotes wellbeing.
Role Definition:
Advocates for vulnerable people, including, but not limited to, children, addicts, the elderly, and others dealing with difficult situations. Assists clients in obtaining access to services needed for situation improvement and works closely with other agencies to help clients.
Job Purpose and key responsibilities:
Social Work Job Duties:
• Completes needs-based assessments, including identifying need levels and risks
• Safeguards and advocates for vulnerable people
• Assesses and advocates for various clients, including children, adults, and the elderly, including differentiating between circumstances and offering specific need-based support
• Provides advocacy and support for people with learning disabilities, the homeless, substance addicts, and foster-system individuals
• Implements care plans for each client and follows up with those care plans adhering to guidance and schedule
• Writes reviews for all cases
• Follows up with cases through scheduled in-person assessments
• Attends continuing education conferences, plus prepares and presents reports for conferences and meetings
• Provides support and advice to vulnerable people
• Works to build trust with vulnerable people, ensures safety, and offers protection
• Responds to requests for help
• Attends organisation team meetings and acts as a supportive, enthusiastic member of the organisation
• Provides information about physicians and counselling options
• The main duties and responsibilities shown above are not exhaustive but should merely be regarded as a guide. The post-holder will be expected to conduct any reasonable activities according to the business needs at that time. These will be subject to periodic review and may be amended to meet the challenging needs of the business. The post-holder will be expected to participate in this process and the company would aim to reach agreement to changes.
Social Work Skills and Qualifications:
Master's Degree in Social Work, Strong Interpersonal Skills, Exceptional Written and Verbal Communication Skills, Compassion, Empathy, Previous Social Work Experience, Volunteer Training and Management Experience, Ability to Pass Background Checks, Flexibility, Patience, Time Management, Computer Skills, Self-Motivated, Team-Oriented, Strong Organisational Skills, Administrative Skills, Problem-Solving Skills, Advocacy Experience, Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC) Registration, Report Writing
SOCIAL WORKER
Introduction to Kare Plus
Kare Plus is a prominent provider of high-quality nursing, homecare and healthcare services. With a prestigious history in the sector and well-established links with numerous national healthcare organisations; we empower franchise owners to make a positive difference across local communities, on a national scale.
Established in 1989, Kare Plus has almost 30 years’ experience in providing a wide range of healthcare services. We specialise in supplying nurses, healthcare assistants and ancillary staff to private and public healthcare workforce solutions, such as hospitals, nursing homes and medical centres. The support our staff provide is essential to maintaining the safety and quality of patient care.
Kare Plus also provides tailored homecare services to local communities across the UK all provided by taking a person-centred approach. Our approach to care means our service meets the diverse needs and preferences of people living in our community and subsequently promotes wellbeing.
Role Definition:
Advocates for vulnerable people, including, but not limited to, children, addicts, the elderly, and others dealing with difficult situations. Assists clients in obtaining access to services needed for situation improvement and works closely with other agencies to help clients.
Job Purpose and key responsibilities:
Social Work Job Duties:
• Completes needs-based assessments, including identifying need levels and risks
• Safeguards and advocates for vulnerable people
• Assesses and advocates for various clients, including children, adults, and the elderly, including differentiating between circumstances and offering specific need-based support
• Provides advocacy and support for people with learning disabilities, the homeless, substance addicts, and foster-system individuals
• Implements care plans for each client and follows up with those care plans adhering to guidance and schedule
• Writes reviews for all cases
• Follows up with cases through scheduled in-person assessments
• Attends continuing education conferences, plus prepares and presents reports for conferences and meetings
• Provides support and advice to vulnerable people
• Works to build trust with vulnerable people, ensures safety, and offers protection
• Responds to requests for help
• Attends organisation team meetings and acts as a supportive, enthusiastic member of the organisation
• Provides information about physicians and counselling options
• The main duties and responsibilities shown above are not exhaustive but should merely be regarded as a guide. The post-holder will be expected to conduct any reasonable activities according to the business needs at that time. These will be subject to periodic review and may be amended to meet the challenging needs of the business. The post-holder will be expected to participate in this process and the company would aim to reach agreement to changes.
Social Work Skills and Qualifications:
Master's Degree in Social Work, Strong Interpersonal Skills, Exceptional Written and Verbal Communication Skills, Compassion, Empathy, Previous Social Work Experience, Volunteer Training and Management Experience, Ability to Pass Background Checks, Flexibility, Patience, Time Management, Computer Skills, Self-Motivated, Team-Oriented, Strong Organisational Skills, Administrative Skills, Problem-Solving Skills, Advocacy Experience, Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC) Registration, Report Writing