A unique opportunity has arisen for a Qualified Senior Social Worker based in Essex.
1.Managing a caseload of service users requiring assessment of their needs,
2.Carrying out Initial and core assessments and investigations and co-ordinating support packages as necessary.
3.Liaising and developing close working relationships with other professions and agencies to ensure service users receive services in accordance with assessed needs. DipSW, CQSW, CSS or equivalent.
4.Experience in a Child Care setting. Recent experience of communicating with children of all ages and working in partnership with parents and/or carers.
5.Experience in planning activities and programmes for children, young people and parents. Knowledge of Court work in relation to Child Care matters and have an understanding of the legal process Knowledge of current legislation pertinent to Child Protection (e.g CA1989, CA 2004, Guidance and Regulations, Every Child Matters.
6.Knowledge and understanding of child development theories. Experience in Child protection work, especially Section 47 investigations and assessments. Knowledge of therapeutic methods of working with dysfunctional families and/or families in crisis.

Pay rate is between £25 and £30 per hour.

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If you are interested in this position please email your CV to socialwork@twrecruitment.com or contact our Consultants directly on 08458801273.

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