Social Worker

at  Conwy County Borough Council

Work base: Llanrwst
As one of the biggest employers in the area, we want you to join our close working friendly team to lead and focus on developing integrated initiatives that enable us to deliver services to the people in Conwy and benefit communities.
The Older People and Hospital Social Work Team within Conwy Adult Services require a full time, Social Worker.
This is an exciting opportunity to work within the Llanrwst Community Resource Team which is a well-established multi-disciplinary team. You will be working with Older People and their families/carers and also people who have recently been discharged from hospital. You will use a collaborative approach with a strong focus on outcome based planning and reablement.
Support will be available through regular formal supervision and day to day informal supervision, a variety of supportive group sessions and excellent training opportunities.
In order to be eligible to apply you must hold a degree in Social Work or an equivalent social work qualification, such as a DipSW. Ideally applicants will have post qualifying experience in working with Older People, families and carers.
It is essential that you have the ability to travel throughout the County on a regular basis, often to and from remote locations at short notice.
Due to the nature of the work, it will be necessary to obtain a satisfactory disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
Manager details for informal discussion: Sian Wyn Jones, Section Manager (01492 577950, Sian.wyn.jones@conwy.gov.uk)
Welsh Language Skills: The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. We are committed to our Welsh language and are proud of our Welsh culture. We welcome applications in both Welsh and English and application forms received in either language will not be treated less favourably than each other.
We’re passionate about supporting and encouraging you to use your Cymraeg whatever your level. We offer free classes at all levels, in-person and on-line to support you.
Conwy is committed to safeguarding. Qualifications and references will be verified.
In promoting Equal Opportunities, Conwy welcomes applicants from all sections of the community. All Disabled applicants who meet the essential job requirements will be guaranteed an interview. The Council will provide appropriate additional work facilities for disabled applicants. There is an option for disabled people to apply on different formats.
Please contact the HR Team on 01492 576129 for further advice.
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