Social Care Practitioner - First Response Team

at  Bath North East Somerset Council

At Bath & North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose – to improve people’s lives. About the Team We are a close and supportive team of Social Workers, Social Care Practitioners, Care Advisors, Senior Practitioner and Service Manager. Our team members have manageable caseloads and we recognise the importance of robust reflective supervision. You will be encouraged to share your ideas, exhibit best practice and actively work towards improving the work that we do.
We work with adults over 18 and above with a variety of presenting needs, which provides opportunity for stimulating and interesting caseload. About the Role We are looking for an experienced Social Care Practitioner to join our team. As a Social Care Practitioner in the team you will work with residents of Bath & North East Somerset who may be in need of social care support. You will primarily be undertaking assessments under the Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act 2005.
This involves direct work with individuals, families and professionals, report writing, support planning and providing short term support. About You You must have a recognised health and social care qualification e.g NVQ 4 or equivalent, or nursing qualification, or allied health professional qualification. You will have experience of working with adults in need of support and have a working knowledge of effective models of strength based personalised assessments, knowledge of current research and a working knowledge of current legislation. You will also need to be confident using IT systems and be able to demonstrate working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages i.e.
Outlook, Word, Excel. Ability to manage a caseload and have effective communications skills. If you are interested in this post and require more details or just to chat through the role and what’s involved, please contact please contact our Service Manager, First Response and Social Care Assessment Service Kate Longley by email : kate_longley@bathnes.gov.uk. Interview date: TBC About Bath & North East Somerset Council.
Working at Bath & North East Somerset provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services. Why Bath & North East Somerset Council?
We offer a wide range of benefits, to ensure that you are paid fairly for your work, have the flexibility to enjoy a great work/life balance, and have the support you need. Go to https://jobsandcareers.bathnes.gov.uk/why-work-us/our-benefits At Bath & North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose – to improve peoples live. Find out more about our values at https://jobsandcareers.bathnes.gov.uk/why-work-us/our-values We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us. Find out more on our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at https://beta.bathnes.gov.uk/equality-and-diversity We are a Disability Confident Employer – find out more at https://shorturl.at/ajrsW Please note that this role is subject to an Enhanced/Basic DBS Check.
Safeguarding Statement: The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment anyone working in a post with children or vulnerable groups will be expected to undertake an Enhanced DBS check with/without barred list checks

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