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Case Worker (Older Adults)
| Posting date: | 09 May 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £26,918 to £29,616 per year, pro rata |
| Additional salary information: | £26,918 - £29,616 pro-rata, per annum (actual salary £19,642 - £21,610 per annum) |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 26 May 2025 |
| Location: | Alton, Hampshire |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 1 day per week |
| Company: | Hampshire County Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | HCC620973 |
Summary
Joining our Older Adults Team as a Case Worker is an excellent introduction into Social Work. You’ll be an integral part of our team providing individuals aged 65 and over with support and guidance to maximise their independence and wellbeing.
It’s not essential that you have previous experience in social work. What’s important is that you can work compassionately with individuals as we’ll provide you with support and training from experienced colleagues, qualified social workers and health care professionals.
“I take great satisfaction in my role as a Case Worker, as it allows me to conduct thorough assessments and reviews, ensuring individual’s unique needs are identified and addressed. One of the most rewarding aspects is providing guidance to service users, helping them to achieve greater wellbeing and independence. The comprehensive induction and shadowing of experienced Social Workers has provided me with valuable knowledge and skills.” – Emma, Case Worker
What you’ll be doing:
• Completing assessments and reviews of individuals in the community.
• Providing support and guidance to individuals to maximise their wellbeing and independence.
• With support and training, you’ll collaborate with individuals, their families, providers, and other healthcare professionals to find and signpost to innovative, alternative community resources to meet individuals’ needs.
We’re looking for someone with:
• The ability to work with people in difficult circumstances in a compassionate and collaborative way.
• Effective organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Sound IT and record-keeping skills.
Why join us?
• Career growth: Our experienced Case Workers can be considered for our social work apprenticeship scheme, leading to a career as a Qualified Social Worker.
• Professional development: Continuous learning, mentoring and supportive supervision.
• Work-life balance: Enjoy a fulfilling career with a good balance between work and home life.
• Employee support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.
• Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
This position involves working 27 hours per week. We value your schedule and are happy to consider your preferred working days however would prefer you to be available on Tuesdays to join the team during our weekly office day.
To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details.
Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date.
Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying.
Other job titles you may be searching for: Social Worker, Welfare Worker, Community Worker, Casework Assistant, Case Manager, Care Manager, Social Work Assistant, Social Work Practitioner, Support Worker, Support Coordinator, Reviewing Officer.
It’s not essential that you have previous experience in social work. What’s important is that you can work compassionately with individuals as we’ll provide you with support and training from experienced colleagues, qualified social workers and health care professionals.
“I take great satisfaction in my role as a Case Worker, as it allows me to conduct thorough assessments and reviews, ensuring individual’s unique needs are identified and addressed. One of the most rewarding aspects is providing guidance to service users, helping them to achieve greater wellbeing and independence. The comprehensive induction and shadowing of experienced Social Workers has provided me with valuable knowledge and skills.” – Emma, Case Worker
What you’ll be doing:
• Completing assessments and reviews of individuals in the community.
• Providing support and guidance to individuals to maximise their wellbeing and independence.
• With support and training, you’ll collaborate with individuals, their families, providers, and other healthcare professionals to find and signpost to innovative, alternative community resources to meet individuals’ needs.
We’re looking for someone with:
• The ability to work with people in difficult circumstances in a compassionate and collaborative way.
• Effective organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Sound IT and record-keeping skills.
Why join us?
• Career growth: Our experienced Case Workers can be considered for our social work apprenticeship scheme, leading to a career as a Qualified Social Worker.
• Professional development: Continuous learning, mentoring and supportive supervision.
• Work-life balance: Enjoy a fulfilling career with a good balance between work and home life.
• Employee support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.
• Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
This position involves working 27 hours per week. We value your schedule and are happy to consider your preferred working days however would prefer you to be available on Tuesdays to join the team during our weekly office day.
To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details.
Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date.
Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying.
Other job titles you may be searching for: Social Worker, Welfare Worker, Community Worker, Casework Assistant, Case Manager, Care Manager, Social Work Assistant, Social Work Practitioner, Support Worker, Support Coordinator, Reviewing Officer.
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