Social Worker, Assessment and Care Management, Uist & Barra (9477)
- Location:
- Comhairle nan Eilean Siar Council Offices Balivanich Isle of Benbecula, HS7 5LA
- Salary:
- £43,660 - £47,248 per year
- Contract Type:
- Permanent
- Position Type:
- Full Time
- Hours:
- 37 hours per week
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Social Worker, Assessment & Care Management, Uist & Barra (9477)
37 hours per week, Permanent post
£43,660 to £47,248 per annum (inclusive of £2,742 Distant Islands Allowance per annum)
You will undertake assessment and care management and other Social Work responsibilities including liaison with health, private and voluntary agencies. Within care management arrangement, you will make assessments and negotiate packages of care in consultation with service users and carers to meet identified needs within defined budgetary limits. You will also monitor, review and assess individual care plans and respond to changing needs.
You must hold a Diploma in Social Work or equivalent and have up-to-date knowledge of Community Care legislation and practice. It is essential that you are able to communicate clearly, have good interpersonal skills and hold a full, unrestricted UK driving licence.
This post is subject to membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme in respect of regulated work with Adults and Children.
Salary for the above post is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance.
Please see attached 'Job Description & Person Specification ' for further information.
Closing Date: Monday 13 May 2024