Principal Social Worker (Grade 9)
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 14 May 2024 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £33.00 per hour |
| Oriau: | Full time |
| Dyddiad cau: | 13 June 2024 |
| Lleoliad: | Cardiff, Cardiff County |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | Ben Recruitment Ltd |
| Math o swydd: | Contract |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | BRRQ1267668052024 |
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Principal Social Worker (Grade 9)
Description
We are seeking a highly qualified and experienced individual to join our organization as a Principal Social Worker (Grade 9). In this role, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of individuals and families in need of social services. As a Principal Social Worker, you will be responsible for leading a team of social workers and providing guidance, support, and direction to ensure the highest standard of care and service delivery.
Responsibilities
Oversee and manage the day-to-day operations of the social work department
Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with best practices and ethical standards
Provide clinical supervision to social workers, ensuring the delivery of effective and efficient services
Conduct regular staff meetings and trainings to enhance the skills and knowledge of the team
Collaborate with other departments and external stakeholders to coordinate and streamline services
Conduct assessments and develop individualized care plans for clients
Monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of programs and services
Requirements
Master's degree in Social Work or a related field
Valid license to practice as a social worker
At least 5 years of experience in social work, with a focus on clinical practice
Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish rapport and build relationships with clients and colleagues
Knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards governing social work practice
Ability to work independently and make sound decisions in challenging situations
Proficiency in relevant software applications and electronic record-keeping systems.
We are looking for a Principal Social Worker which will focus on Court Work.
You will be a case holding social worker working with approximately 10/11 children (4/5 families) who are subject to care proceedings. You will be responsible for all aspects of the case management including statutory visiting, care planning and review, and court.
You will work with children and their families to assist in decision making for Children to remain at home or return home to their parents. Assessments will need to consider the current risks and associated protective factors whilst also identifying the likelihood of sustained change within the child’s timescales.
You will have experience of working with children subject to care proceedings and their families and produce work of an excellent standard which provides recommendations based upon sound evidence based analysis.
You will have undertaken assessments using the DOH Framework of assessment and have knowledge and understanding of the principals of the NSPCC Reunification framework. You will understand the impact of trauma both on parents’ capacity and on the child’s needs and be able to ascertain if the parent(s) has capacity to meet the needs of the individual child. You will require the skills to overcome barriers to engagement during the assessment process and tailor your assessments to the learning styles of parents.
Your assessments will draw upon the knowledge of other professionals working with the child and their family and exploring the informal support networks available to the parents to assist them in the parenting role.
Hours Per Week: 37.00
Start Time: 09:00
End Time: 17:00
Pay Per Hour: £33.00
Location: Cardiff, Cardiff County
Should you wish to apply for this job opportunity, please, send an up to date CV.
Description
We are seeking a highly qualified and experienced individual to join our organization as a Principal Social Worker (Grade 9). In this role, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of individuals and families in need of social services. As a Principal Social Worker, you will be responsible for leading a team of social workers and providing guidance, support, and direction to ensure the highest standard of care and service delivery.
Responsibilities
Oversee and manage the day-to-day operations of the social work department
Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with best practices and ethical standards
Provide clinical supervision to social workers, ensuring the delivery of effective and efficient services
Conduct regular staff meetings and trainings to enhance the skills and knowledge of the team
Collaborate with other departments and external stakeholders to coordinate and streamline services
Conduct assessments and develop individualized care plans for clients
Monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of programs and services
Requirements
Master's degree in Social Work or a related field
Valid license to practice as a social worker
At least 5 years of experience in social work, with a focus on clinical practice
Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish rapport and build relationships with clients and colleagues
Knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards governing social work practice
Ability to work independently and make sound decisions in challenging situations
Proficiency in relevant software applications and electronic record-keeping systems.
We are looking for a Principal Social Worker which will focus on Court Work.
You will be a case holding social worker working with approximately 10/11 children (4/5 families) who are subject to care proceedings. You will be responsible for all aspects of the case management including statutory visiting, care planning and review, and court.
You will work with children and their families to assist in decision making for Children to remain at home or return home to their parents. Assessments will need to consider the current risks and associated protective factors whilst also identifying the likelihood of sustained change within the child’s timescales.
You will have experience of working with children subject to care proceedings and their families and produce work of an excellent standard which provides recommendations based upon sound evidence based analysis.
You will have undertaken assessments using the DOH Framework of assessment and have knowledge and understanding of the principals of the NSPCC Reunification framework. You will understand the impact of trauma both on parents’ capacity and on the child’s needs and be able to ascertain if the parent(s) has capacity to meet the needs of the individual child. You will require the skills to overcome barriers to engagement during the assessment process and tailor your assessments to the learning styles of parents.
Your assessments will draw upon the knowledge of other professionals working with the child and their family and exploring the informal support networks available to the parents to assist them in the parenting role.
Hours Per Week: 37.00
Start Time: 09:00
End Time: 17:00
Pay Per Hour: £33.00
Location: Cardiff, Cardiff County
Should you wish to apply for this job opportunity, please, send an up to date CV.