Adults Social Worker - County Wide Specialist Placement Team in Devon, Devon

Job Title: Adults Social Worker – County Wide Specialist Placement Team
Specialism: Social Worker – Adults
Location: Devon, UK
Salary: £31.00 - £35.00 per hour

Adults Social Worker within the County Wide Specialist Placement Team in Devon, earning between £31.00 and £35.00 per hour. This exciting ongoing locum opportunity offers full-time hours, working Monday to Thursday from 9:00am to 5:00pm and Friday from 9:00am to 4:30pm. This specialist role focuses on supporting adults and young people transitioning from Children's Services, undertaking complex assessments, and ensuring individuals receive the most appropriate care, support, and placement arrangements. If you are passionate about strengths-based practice and enjoy working within a collaborative multidisciplinary environment, this could be the perfect next step in your social work career.

Perks and benefits:

• Full Time: Enjoy the stability and consistency of a full-time role while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
• Hourly Pay: Earn a competitive rate of £31.00 to £35.00 per hour, rewarding your expertise and experience.
• Diverse Work Environment: Work closely with professionals across statutory and voluntary sectors, broadening your network and professional knowledge.
• Travel Opportunities: Undertake assessments and reviews across England and Wales, providing variety and valuable experience.
• Professional Development: Strengthen your expertise in specialist areas including the Mental Capacity Act, Community DoLS, and Continuing Healthcare processes.
• Meaningful Impact: Support adults and young people through key life transitions and ensure appropriate care arrangements are in place.
• Collaborative Team Culture: Join a supportive team committed to delivering positive outcomes through strengths-based practice.

What you will do:

• Conduct Care Act Assessments for adults aged 18 and over, including those transitioning from Children's Services into Adult Services.
• Complete Mental Capacity Assessments and make Best Interest decisions in accordance with the Mental Capacity Act 2005.
• Undertake Community Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) assessments and associated reviews.
• Complete Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Checklists and Decision Support Tools (DSTs).
• Apply strengths-based approaches and Least Restrictive Practice principles to all areas of assessment and care planning.
• Support social care assessors and colleagues with complex cases, prioritisation, and case management.
• Collaborate effectively with health professionals, care providers, voluntary organisations, and other statutory partners through a multidisciplinary approach.
• Undertake reviews and assessments for individuals placed outside of Devon, travelling where required.
• Develop and review person-centred care and support plans that promote independence, wellbeing, and positive outcomes.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and legally compliant case records and assessments.

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Degree in Social Work or equivalent recognised qualification.
• Current Social Work England registration.
• Experience within Adult Social Care, particularly undertaking Care Act Assessments and complex adult casework.
• Strong knowledge of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, Community DoLS, and Continuing Healthcare processes.
• Experience supporting young people transitioning from Children's Services into Adult Services is highly desirable.
• Excellent assessment, care planning, risk management, and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and partnership-working abilities.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential due to travel requirements.

Why Devon

Devon offers an exceptional quality of life, combining breathtaking coastlines, rolling countryside, vibrant market towns, and welcoming communities. From the stunning beaches of the South West coast to the beauty of Dartmoor National Park, Devon provides endless opportunities for outdoor adventure and relaxation. With a strong sense of community and an excellent work-life balance, Devon is a fantastic place to build your career while enjoying everything the region has to offer.

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Take the next step in your social work career and join the County Wide Specialist Placement Team in Devon with Sanctuary Personnel.