Learning & Disability Team

Randstad

  • Newcastle
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Location : Newcastle CouncilPay Rate : £20 - £26Team: Learning & Disability Team Social WorkerRole : Full TimeNewcastle Council's Adult Social Care is seeking a compassionate and experienced Adult Social Worker to join our dynamic Learning & Disability Team. We are committed to providing high-quality support and protection to individuals with learning disabilities in our community, ensuring their safety, wellbeing, and independence are paramount.Your Role:As a member of the Learning & Disability Team, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals with learning disabilities and their families.Your Responsibilities will include:
  • Direct Work with Individuals: Building strong and trusting relationships with individuals, conducting thorough assessments, and developing individualized care plans that address their unique needs and challenges.
  • Case Management: Managing a caseload of individuals, ensuring their wellbeing and safety are prioritized, and coordinating services with other professionals and agencies.
  • Support and Advocacy: Providing emotional support, guidance, and advocacy to individuals and their families, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care.
  • Multi-agency Collaboration: Working effectively with other professionals, such as health services, housing providers, and community support organizations, to ensure a coordinated approach to care.
  • Promoting Wellbeing: Encouraging individuals to develop coping mechanisms, build resilience, and work towards their personal goals.
  • Promoting Inclusion: Advocating for the rights and needs of individuals with learning disabilities, ensuring they have equal opportunities to participate in their communities.
Key Requirements:
  • Social Work Qualification: You must be a qualified Social Worker.
  • Social Care England Registration: Essential for this role.
  • Updated DBS: Essential for working with vulnerable individuals.
  • Experience in Working with Adults with Learning & Disabilities: Demonstrated experience working with individuals with learning disabilities and a strong understanding of their unique needs and challenges.
  • Excellent Assessment and Case Management Skills: Proven ability to conduct comprehensive assessments, develop effective care plans, and manage complex cases effectively.
  • Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Ability to build rapport, listen actively, and communicate effectively with individuals and families.
  • Commitment to Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults: Passion for protecting individuals and ensuring their rights and well-being are paramount.
We offer more than just a job; we offer a rewarding career path.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Free access to 100s of discounts on the Happi App
  • Refer a friend and earn up to £300 (T&Cs apply)
  • Nationwide Access to Exciting Social Care Opportunities
  • Dedicated Consultant by Your Side
  • Opportunities for professional development and career progression
  • A supportive and collaborative work environment
Ready to join our dedicated team and make a positive impact? Apply now!Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.

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