Social Worker x 2 - Assessment and Review Team, 462.06

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We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities or from socio-economically disadvantaged

An exciting opportunity has arisen for 2 Full time equivalent Social Workers to join the newly created Assessment and Review Team. 

1 FTE Permanent Position

The chosen candidates will be supported by a Team Manager and will work in collaboration with colleagues from other disciplines within the team, comprising of Occupational Therapists, Care Co-ordinators, rehab and technology staff.

The team will be responsible for the assessment for new community services, review of existing care at home services and oversight of unmet need in relation to Care at Home.  

Assessments adopting a strength’s- based approach will be undertaken in a multi-disciplinary context with a focus on collaboration between all members of the team to secure the best possible outcomes for the people being assessed

A Degree Level Qualification in Social Work or other approved/recognised Social Work qualification is essential as is registration as a social worker with SSSC

Successful candidates will need to have the ability to work in partnership with other statutory and third sector organisations and should have extensive experience within and adults or older peoples practice team setting

The ability to travel to service user’s homes across the whole of West Lothian will be essential.

Excellent I.T. and communication skills and report writing are essential