Social Worker - Adult Access & Duty Team

Hackney Council (Hybrid)
Up to -32.00 per hour (Umbrella)
Locum Contract

Connect2SocialWork are currently recruiting for an experienced Adult Social Worker to join the Access & Duty Team at Hackney Council.

This is an excellent opportunity to work within a fast-paced front door service, where you will play a key role in ensuring timely responses to referrals and supporting residents to access the right services at the earliest opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake strengths-based Care Act assessments
• Provide information, advice and signposting to residents and carers
• Respond to referrals within a busy Access / Duty environment
• Develop person-centred support plans focused on positive outcomes
• Contribute to and undertake safeguarding enquiries
• Assess and manage risk, including MCA and DoLS application
• Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners
• Maintain accurate and timely case records

Requirements

• Qualified Social Worker (Degree / DipSW / CQSW)
• Registered with Social Work England
• Experience within Adult Social Care, ideally in Access / Duty / Front Door services
• Strong working knowledge of:
  • Care Act 2014
  • Mental Capacity Act
  • Safeguarding frameworks
• Ability to manage a fast-paced caseload and work under pressure
• Experience working with complex needs and diverse communities (desirable)

Key Skills

• Strong assessment and analytical ability
• Excellent communication and partnership working
• Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines
• High standard of record keeping and report writing

Why Work with Connect2Socialwork?

• Competitive pay rates
• Dedicated consultant with extensive sector knowledge
• Access to opportunities with forward-thinking local authorities
• Ongoing support throughout your assignment

Apply today with Connect2Socialwork.

To apply for this role or to discuss the opportunity in confidence, please contact Lisa Hallinan at Connect2socialwork
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Phone: (phone number removed)

Connect2Socialwork is a trading style of Commercial Services Trading LTD - A company wholly owned by Kent County Council. Connect2Socialwork is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.