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We are working closely alongside a Local Authority in Cardiff to assist with the appointment of a Social Work Assistant, on a 3-month contract, likely to be extended at clients discretion. Please apply with your CV for immediate consideration.
Rate of Pay: £15.43 - £19.30 per hour
Summary:
#RQ1178650
Rate of Pay: £15.43 - £19.30 per hour
Summary:
- Assisting adults (with learning disabilities) to resolve major difficulties in their lives and to live as independently as possible, supporting those we work with to achieve their goals
- Providing a direct service to adults with learning disabilities and their families/carers in line with the relevant legislation, council policy and procedures
- Working positively with other agencies such as health, third sector, housing and police where needed, to ensure an appropriate multi agency approach and to support people to speak for themselves
- To work in partnership with individuals, and involved networks to help them identify strengths, needs and outcomes
- To support individuals to maximise their independence and coping skills
- To undertake assessments including wellbeing assessments and risk assessments with individuals and their networks, whilst considering outcomes, available resources, policy and legislation
- To undertake non-complex capacity assessments
- To make recommendations regarding packages of care to meet identified needs, considering the flexible use of all available resources to meet identified needs
- GSCEs including maths & English,
- Post GCSE level Qualification
- Experience of working with people with learning disabilities and autism
- Understanding of the social model of disability
- You should be available to work immediately or at a short notice.
- You should have right to work in U.K
- This role requires an enhanced DBS
#RQ1178650
We are working closely alongside a Local Authority in Cardiff to assist with the appointment of a Social Work Assistant, on a 3-month contract, likely to be extended at clients discretion. Please apply with your CV for immediate consideration.
Rate of Pay: £15.43 - £19.30 per hour
Summary:
#RQ1178650
Rate of Pay: £15.43 - £19.30 per hour
Summary:
- Assisting adults (with learning disabilities) to resolve major difficulties in their lives and to live as independently as possible, supporting those we work with to achieve their goals
- Providing a direct service to adults with learning disabilities and their families/carers in line with the relevant legislation, council policy and procedures
- Working positively with other agencies such as health, third sector, housing and police where needed, to ensure an appropriate multi agency approach and to support people to speak for themselves
- To work in partnership with individuals, and involved networks to help them identify strengths, needs and outcomes
- To support individuals to maximise their independence and coping skills
- To undertake assessments including wellbeing assessments and risk assessments with individuals and their networks, whilst considering outcomes, available resources, policy and legislation
- To undertake non-complex capacity assessments
- To make recommendations regarding packages of care to meet identified needs, considering the flexible use of all available resources to meet identified needs
- GSCEs including maths & English,
- Post GCSE level Qualification
- Experience of working with people with learning disabilities and autism
- Understanding of the social model of disability
- You should be available to work immediately or at a short notice.
- You should have right to work in U.K
- This role requires an enhanced DBS
#RQ1178650
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To work as a Social Work Assistant in the UK, you should possess a range of skills and personal qualities. Here are some of the key skills required for this role:
1. Communication Skills: Effective verbal and written communication is essential for interacting with clients, their families, and other professionals. Being able to listen actively and convey information clearly is critical.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding and responding to the challenges faced by individuals and families is key. A strong sense of empathy helps in building trusting relationships.
3. Organisational Skills: Social Work Assistants often need to manage various cases and tasks simultaneously, so being able to prioritise and maintain accurate records is important.
4. Problem-Solving Skills: The ability to think critically and creatively about solutions to clients' challenges is crucial in supporting social workers and clients effectively.
5. Teamwork: Working alongside social workers, other professionals, and community groups requires the ability to collaborate effectively and contribute positively to a team environment.
6. Cultural Competence: An understanding of and sensitivity to diverse cultural backgrounds and the ability to work respectfully with individuals from different communities.
7. Interpersonal Skills: Building rapport with clients and fostering positive relationships with colleagues, service users, and external agencies.
8. Resilience and Emotional Stability: The job can be challenging, so maintaining personal well-being and resilience in the face of difficulties is important.
9. Understanding of Social Issues: A basic knowledge of social work principles, policies, and relevant legislation, as well as an awareness of the challenges faced by vulnerable populations.
10. Administrative Skills: Competence in managing paperwork, using databases, and possibly familiarity with IT systems relevant to social work.
Additionally, while formal qualifications may not always be necessary to become a Social Work Assistant, having a relevant qualification such as a Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care can be advantageous. Some roles may also require you to have experience in social care or a related field.
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