Senior Case Worker

Hampshire County Council

Basingstoke, United Kingdom
£33,178 - £36,369 pro-rata, py (actual salary £28,...
On-site
Support and guidance for older adults
Manage diverse caseloads
Guidance to case worker colleagues
You’ll be an integral part of our team providing individuals aged 65 and over with support and guidance to maximise their independence and wellbeing

Job Summary

  • You’ll be an integral part of our team providing individuals aged 65 and over with support and guidance to maximise their independence and wellbeing.
  • As well as holding your own diverse caseload, you’ll also support with cases with a higher level of complexity and provide guidance to Case Worker colleagues, role modelling best practice and setting an example for high standards of work across the team.
  • Our experienced Senior Case Workers can be considered for our social work apprenticeship scheme, leading to a career as a Qualified Social Worker.

Matching Summary

You’ll be an integral part of our team providing individuals aged 65 and over with support and guidance to maximise their independence and wellbeing.

Salary

£33,178 - £36,369 pro-rata, per annum (actual salary £28,695 - £31,455 per annum)

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Support and guidance for older adults
  • Manage diverse caseloads
  • Guidance to Case Worker colleagues
  • Assessments and reviews of individuals
  • Collaborate with families and professionals
  • Strong communication and relationship skills
  • Work with people in difficult circumstances
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Sound IT and record-keeping skills
  • Ability to work independently and in a team
  • Understanding of the Care Act 2014
  • Background in adults' social care
  • Driver's license and reliable vehicle

Nice-to-have

  • Role modelling best practice
  • Compassionate and collaborative approach
  • Evidence values in application

Key Requirements

  • Right to work in the UK
  • Criminal Records Check

Work Rights

Must have the right to work in the UK

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