Job Overview
Salford Care Organisation seeks a dedicated Social Worker to explore innovative methods of supporting adults with Autism. This role offers a unique developmental opportunity to work directly with individuals who have lived experiences of Autism. The chosen candidate will be responsible for creating new approaches and delivering training on assessing and achieving positive outcomes for individuals with Autism. The role requires a champion who can share best practices and support colleagues in assessment and support planning processes.
Main Duties
The Social Worker will become a skilled and effective practitioner, working with considerable autonomy. The position may necessitate a deep understanding and expertise in specific practice areas, acquired through formal training or professional growth. Additional opportunities for qualifications, such as Practice Educator training, Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) certification, or Best Interests Assessor (BIA) specialization, will be accessible.
Key responsibilities include
– Integrating professional knowledge, service user perspectives, and research evidence in daily practice.
– Demonstrating expert practice in complex situations, managing higher risk levels while promoting enablement and self-determination.
– Networking and liaising with a wide range of professionals and colleagues.
– Managing a caseload and providing expert opinions within and outside the organization.
Working for Salford Care Organisation
Salford Care Organisation is part of the Northern Care Alliance, one of the UK’s largest NHS organizations. Salford is pioneering a world-class, fully integrated care system for adults, offering a range of community, primary, and specialist care services across Greater Manchester and beyond.
Salford Care Organisation is committed to the recruitment and retention of Social Work staff, offering NJC Pay Scales to ensure clarity over employment terms. The organization recognizes that experienced Social Workers are often employed by local governments and aims to provide attractive terms to entice them.
Detailed Job Description and Responsibilities
For more detailed information about the role, responsibilities, and person specifications, please refer to the Job Description.
Commitment to Equality
In line with the Trust’s Single Equality Scheme, applications are welcome from everyone, regardless of ethnic origin, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, nationality, religion, marital status, social background, or trade union membership. Applications from minority ethnic groups and individuals with disabilities are particularly encouraged as they are currently underrepresented in this specific role. Appointments will be based on merit alone.
Person Specification
Qualifications:
– Recognized Social Work qualification: Degree, CQSW, CSS, Dip SW, or equivalent.
– Current registration with Social Work England.
Skills, Knowledge & Experience:
– Understanding of the principles and values of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and other relevant legislation.
– Ability to develop effective working relationships with service users and carers.
– Good assessment practice and understanding of the integration agenda and enablement model.
– Thorough understanding of personalization and a person-centered approach.
– Ability to maintain accurate records and communicate complex information clearly.
– Understanding of the social work role in a multi-disciplinary setting.
– Negotiation, mediation, and de-escalation skills.
– Experience working with adults/older people.
– Good computer skills.
Desirable:
– Additional qualifications such as Best Interest Assessor, AMHP, Practice Educator, or other professional development qualifications.
– Innovative approach to community support methods.
– Knowledge of relevant Welfare Rights Legislation and recent Government Guidelines.
Flexible Working
Salford Care Organisation values work-life balance and supports flexible working arrangements wherever possible. The organization encourages all colleagues to discuss potential flexible working options.
The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust serves a diverse population and strives for a workforce that represents the communities it serves. Applications from serving and ex-military personnel are warmly welcomed, and guaranteed interviews are available for disabled applicants and armed forces community members who meet the essential criteria.
Fixed-term contracts include secondments for NHS appointments and are also available for external non-NHS appointments.
For further information or to request reasonable adjustments to the application process, please contact resourcingnca@nca.nhs.uk. Additional information about working at the Northern Care Alliance can be found in the Candidate Information Pack or by visiting the careers website: Northern Care Alliance Careers.
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