Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced social care practitioner to join our team.
Key Responsibilities:
* Conduct proactive strengths-based assessments of needs, negotiating and implementing effective plans and outcomes in line with relevant legislation.
* Apply a risk enablement approach and use evidence-based practice to inform decision-making.
* Analyse and interpret people-related information and data to prioritise needs and formulate plans for intervention and service provision.
* Participate in or undertake safeguarding enquiries as required.
* Provide informal supervision and mentorship to less experienced social care practitioners, as well as coach and develop students and apprentices.
* Communicate effectively with stakeholders, providing clear advice and guidance while interacting with a range of individuals.
* Prioritise and organise work, meeting agreed performance expectations and recognising the limits of one's accountability and responsibility.
* Maintain sound IT skills, ensuring effective record keeping and compliance with data protection and confidentiality regulations.
Requirements:
* Proven experience working proactively as a member of a team to make accurate strengths-based assessments and negotiate effective plans and outcomes.
* Able to apply a risk enablement approach and use evidence-based practice.
* Excellent analytical and interpretation skills to identify priorities and formulate plans for intervention and service provision.
* Solid understanding of safeguarding procedures and protocols.
* Ability to provide effective supervision and mentorship to colleagues.
* Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to interact with various stakeholders.
* Demonstrated ability to manage workload and prioritise tasks while maintaining high levels of accuracy and attention to detail.
* Proficiency in using IT systems for record keeping and data management, adhering to data protection and confidentiality standards.