Older People & Physical Disabilities Social Worker

Older People & Physical Disabilities Social Worker London Borough of Lambeth are looking to expand their current team with a dedicated Social Worker to join their Older People & Physical Disabilities team, offering an excellent opportunity to work within a well-structured and organised service. As well as joining a supportive team, our client also offers a competitive salary, opportunities for training to enhance your skills, and potential progression within your team. This role will be for an initial 3-6 months with potential for extension subject to internal circumstance and your performance.Responsibilities include: • Carrying out Care Act assessments for older people and adults with physical disabilities and their carers • Undertaking strengths-based and person-centred assessments • Care management and support planning • Designing and reviewing care packages to meet eligible needs • Managing a varied caseload of service users • Making recommendations for short-term, reablement, and long-term care, including residential placements where appropriate • Supporting service users with self-directed support and personal budgets • Working closely with multi-disciplinary teams, including health professionals and community services • Safeguarding vulnerable adults and promoting independence and wellbeingExperience preferred: • Post qualifying experience of working as a Qualified Social Worker within Older People and/or Physical Disabilities services in the UK Social Care industryMinimum Requirements: • Registration with Social Work England (SWE) • Minimum of 1 year post qualifying experience within the UK Social Care industry • Enhanced DBS/CRB (we can obtain for you) • Eligibility to work in the UKBenefits of working with Ackerman Pierce: • Your own personal consultant • Access to a variety of Social Care jobs Nationwide • DBS and Compliance Service • Quick and Easy Registration Process • Access to CPD • Guaranteed weekly payment To discuss this Qualified Social Worker - Older People & Physical Disabilities position, or any similar vacancies we currently have available in London Borough of Lambeth, please contact Sydnee Hannam or email your updated CV today.