About this role
Salary £40,777 - £46,142 per annum l Permanent l Full time, 37 hours per week l Urgent Care Acute and Prisons Service l Morecambe Bay
International Sponsorship – this role is not open to international sponsorship
We are seeking an empathetic and driven Senior Social Worker to join our Urgent Care Acute and Prisons Service in Morecambe Bay on a full time, permanent basis.
Living Better Lives in Lancashire
This is a hugely exciting time for us. We've launched Living Better Lives in Lancashire – our new strength-based vision for social care.
We're driving forward innovative practice that will make a difference to our communities and we need new social workers to help us achieve our vision of supporting people to achieve what they want to, living independently in a place they call their home.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide a single point of access to community intermediate care services, including reablement and residential rehab, 7 days a week.
- Support hospital discharges and work with the wider multi-disciplinary team to prevent hospital admissions.
- Utilize the Discharge to Assess model for assessments away from the hospital environment.
- Conduct holistic, face-to-face Care Act Assessments, reviews, and support planning using a strengths-based approach.
What We Offer
- Supportive Team Environment: Regular supervision and skill development.
- Generous Annual Leave: Up to 32 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays, and 2 additional statutory days during the festive season. Option to purchase additional leave.
- Flexible Working Opportunities
- Financial Benefits: Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contribution and relocation reimbursement package.
- Training and Development: Excellent induction through our Social Care Academy and ongoing career support.
- Health and Wellbeing: Wellbeing Support Programme for you and your family.
- Staff Discounts: Access to discounts on car leases, shopping, entertainment, gym memberships, holidays, and more through Vivup.
Our Values
- Supportive and Innovative: We value fresh ideas to achieve the best outcomes for people.
- Empathy: Compassion and empathy are essential to support people, ensuring they feel valued and respected.
Diversity and Inclusion
We embrace diversity and offer support through various staff groups and networks, including the Forum of Asian Black and Ethnic Employees (FABEE), the Disabled Workers Forum, and the LGBTQ+ Employee Network.
Requirements:
- Registration with Social Work England (SWE) or application to register with SWE.
- The post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). Successful candidates will need to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'.
- A car for use in connection with the duties of this post, insured for business use. Consideration may be given if you cannot drive due to a disability.
How to Apply
For an initial informal and confidential chat, contact: [email protected]
Please ensure you upload and attach your supporting statement to evidence how you meet the criteria for the role. The panel may be unable to shortlist you for an interview without this evidence.
Note: We reserve the right to close a vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.
Other facts
About Lancashire County Council
Lancashire County Council is committed to improving the quality of life for everyone in Lancashire. We believe that all our citizens have the right to be treated fairly. We recognise that some people do not get an equal chance in life.
For some of our children and young people this can have a lasting impact on their future. We will play our part in helping to narrow the gaps that exist between different parts our communities and improving the quality of life of those who have less advantages and are in danger of poor outcomes.
As a community leader, employer and provider of services we want to make sure that everyone in Lancashire has the opportunity to achieve their potential, no matter where they live or what their background, individual characteristics or personal circumstances might be.
What you'll do
- The Senior Social Worker will provide access to community intermediate care services and support hospital discharges while working with a multi-disciplinary team. They will conduct holistic assessments and support planning using a strengths-based approach.
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