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Social Worker - Family Worker (Link Role), Chelmsford

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2d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Healthcare
    Education & Teaching
  • Chelmsford

AI generated summary

  • You need a registered social worker qualification, experience with complex family needs, strong communication skills, problem-solving ability, a driving license, and mobile flexibility.
  • You will assess family needs, create intervention plans, support colleagues, facilitate meetings, deliver programs, provide support, and ensure adherence to child protection procedures.

Requirements

  • Social worker qualification, registered with Social Work England and post ASYE
  • Evidence of continuing professional development with good knowledge in relevant professional area and commitment to the principles of evidence based practice.
  • Significant practical experience of working with families with multiple and complex needs.
  • Effective communication skills, good problem solving and assessment skills with a demonstrable track record of building and sustaining positive professional relationships with individuals and families with multiple and complex needs.
  • Experience of applying a solution focused approach and providing practical advice and support to families to enable them to achieve positive and sustainable outcomes.
  • Ability to work in partnership with others to maximise outcomes for families in line with the Family Solutions operating principles.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team and to use supervision appropriately.
  • The role requires you to be mobile throughout a wider operational area including travelling around the county of Essex and beyond, transporting service users and their belongings and to be able to do so in an emergency.
  • Driving licence and car or the ability to meet the mobility requirements of the role through other means is essential.

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for determining the direction and actions required in order to progress cases forward on a day to day basis; recognising when key decisions regarding risks/concerns need to be referred to the Team Manager or Practice Supervisor.
  • Responsible for acting as a source of advice, guidance and support to colleagues in relation to the thematic role held in order to support case discussions and mentor and guide colleagues.
  • Responsible for undertaking holistic assessments of family needs to help create intervention plans and identify how outcomes can be achieved that fully reflect the family and young person's views and aspirations; delivering interventions, including group work programs, to support family's to make change.
  • Responsible for facilitating complex family meetings, managing the potentially competing views of families and professionals, in order to find achievable solutions.
  • Responsible for undertaking individual and group programmes of work to enable children and families to develop their skills to resolve issues and problems themselves; providing information and accompanying families to help access other local services.
  • Responsible for providing specific practical, personal and emotional support to families in their homes or other settings as part of an agreed plan in order to achieve agreed and sustainable family outcomes.
  • Responsible for actively participating in regular supervision in order to review work and ensure effective interventions for families.
  • Responsible for ensuring that the principles of effective practice are fully embedded in service delivery; working collaboratively with staff and partners to ensure effective risk management in line with the thresholds of the Effective Support and Guidance document to ensure that the Family Solutions team understands and follows the SET child protection procedures.
  • Specific individual and shared targets and objectives are defined annually within the performance management framework.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Social Worker - Family Worker (Link Role).

Is this position permanent or temporary?

This position is a fixed term contract for up to 9 months.

What is the salary range for this role?

The salary range is £36,101 to £48,622 per annum.

Where is the job location?

The job is located in Chelmsford, Essex.

What kind of working style is expected for this role?

The working style is community-based, which may require flexibility in working hours.

What qualifications are required for this role?

A social worker qualification, registration with Social Work England, and post-ASYE experience are required.

What kind of experience is preferred for candidates applying for this position?

Significant practical experience of working with families with multiple and complex needs is preferred.

Will there be training or supervision provided?

Yes, the post holder will receive supervision from an experienced manager or senior social worker and will have opportunities for training and peer supervision.

Is a driving license required for this role?

Yes, a driving license and car, or the ability to meet mobility requirements through other means, is essential.

What is the main objective of the Family Solutions service?

The main objective is to work holistically with disadvantaged families to enable them to make significant changes and improvements in their lives.

Does Essex County Council support disabled applicants?

Yes, Essex County Council is committed to interviewing all disabled applicants who meet the minimum requirements of the job under their Job Interview Scheme.

Are there any specific attributes or skills needed for this position?

Effective communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and a demonstrable track record of building positive professional relationships with individuals and families are necessary.

Will there be opportunities to work in partnership with others?

Yes, the role involves working in partnership with others to maximize outcomes for families.

How can I apply for this job?

You can apply via the Working for Essex website.

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