Social Worker and Experienced Social Worker- Medway

Posted 7 June by Frontier Consulting
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£45,055 - £49,167 per annum, inc benefits
Rochester , Kent
Permanent, full-time
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  • To work proactively and build relationships with children and families who have been assessed as requiring a statutory intervention using the Signs of Safety practice model. You will be responsible for implementing a child in need or child protection plan with the aim of safely stepping the family down or where required, escalating to legal proceedings.
  • Manage a caseload within a framework of appropriate reflective supervision, undertaking focused, analytical assessments, prepare SMART plans and reviews that have clear objectives and outcome measures in order to ensure that all vulnerable children receive a service that reflects the Council’s commitment to safeguarding and putting the needs of individual children first.
  • Demonstrate and model good practice that reflects a commitment to relationshipand strengths-based practice, working collaboratively with children, young people and their families Work directly with children and young people to establish their lived experiences and wishes and feelings, using a variety of techniques, as required.
  • Use the Signs of Safety practice model in assessments and interventions with children and their families. Maintain accurate and up to date records in line with Data Protection legislation (GDPR) and use Medway Council specific recording systems to promote effective case management.
  • Prepare clear, structured and concise reports for meetings, i.e. Child Protection Conferences, strategy meetings, Looked After Children Reviews, Children in Need meetings, and court proceedings as necessary, to the required standard and within the prescribed timescales.
  • Keep up to date with research findings, theoretical models and innovative practice within the social work field in order to maintain the highest professional standards.

Reference: 52819081

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