Adult Social Worker - Transitions, Autism & LD

Full Job Description

Eden Brown are looking to recruit an enthusiastic Adults Social worker on behalf of Somerset Council.

This is a full time, locum role to start ASAP. Monday to Friday- Agile working. You will be working within Somerset's existing Preparing for Adulthood team and the newly created Learning Disabilities and Autism Service

Paying between up to 38 per hour depending on experience.

You will be:

1. Responsible for a caseload of varying complexity, commensurate with ability and qualifications, receiving and responding to referrals from various sources.

2. Statutory reviews and comply with appropriate legislation, policy and procedures.

3. Assess client needs in consultation with them and with other professionals and agree levels of support.

4. The need to engage with people declining a service who are at risk to self or others.

5. The need for sensitive negotiation when assessing service users and carers where there is conflict or lack of insight.

6. Effectively supporting people presenting in crisis needing a quick resolution, using relevant legislation and resources.

7. Statutory responsibility for the assessment of carers (including young carers) needs and the formulation of a carers care plan

You must have a Degree in Social Work and be SWE Registered.
You must also have an enhanced DBS check - if required, Eden Brown can apply for a new one on your behalf.
Adult social work experience is advantageous however newly qualified social workers with placement experience are being considered for this role.

Please apply now to avoid disappointment.

Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.

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