Social Worker
We are currently recruiting for a full time Social Worker based in South Tyrone Hospital.
The person appointed will be expected to work as a member of the Family Intervention Team in either fieldwork or a residential setting providing a range of services to children and their families. The Family Intervention Team will engage with parents/children and young people to address their assessed needs to strengthen family functioning and promote improved outcomes for children in terms of their health and well-being both physically and emotionally, their educational attainments and engagement within their communities.
Salary = £13.45 per hour (Band 6) / £11.21 per hour (Band 5)
Hours = 37.5 hours (9am-5pm Monday – Friday)
Job Duties
Conducting Interviews with Individuals and families to assess and review their situation.Undertaking and writing up assessments which meet specified standards and timescales.Offering information and support.Organizing and managing packages of support to enable people to lead the fullest lives possible.Recommending and sometimes making decisions about the best course of action for a particular person or family.Liaising with, and making referrals to, other agencies.Participating in multidisciplinary teams and meetingsMaintaining accurate records and preparing reports for legal action.Essential Criteria
Hold recognized Professional Social work qualification (CQSW/ Dip SW/ CSS)Hold appropriate NISCC registration.Minimum of six months recent experience in a paid capacityHold a current driving license valid for use in the UK and have on appointment access to a care.Desired Criteria
Effective communication skills to meet the needs of the post in full.Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary context as well as independently.Effective planning, organisational and assessment skills with an ability to prioritize own workload.Have an excellent understanding of legislation supporting the role of the social worker.More Information
- Paid Holidays
- Weekly Pay
- Recommend-a-Friend Scheme
To apply, please contact Danielle on 028 38316446, or forward your CV to email lurganjobs@first-choice-rec.com
