Social Worker

Recruiter
The SmartList
Location
Preston
Salary
28306.00 GBP Annual
Posted
31 Jan 2017
Closes
28 Feb 2017
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
SOCIAL WORKER (FAMILY SUPPORT)


Full time 37.5 hours, 5 days per week


GBP25,476.00 (Probationary rate) - GBP28,306.68


An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified social working to join the Family Support Team at the Hospice. The role operates across the hospice services, predominantly with the Inpatient Unit team.


The principal function of the role is to support and advocate on behalf of individuals and their families within specialist palliative care who have complex health and social care needs.


Candidates must:
  • Degree in SW, DipSW, CQSW or CSS
  • Experience of working in an organisation providing care services with adults/older people and an understanding of the Care Act and partnership working with service users and carers
  • Experience and skills in assessing need and individualised care planning with individuals and their families
  • Experience in working effectively with other agencies and professionals
  • Flexible attitude
  • IT literate, experience in using manual and computer systems for record keeping.
  • Have a positive, caring and approachable manner


The closing date for both positions is: 12 noon, Friday 17 th February 2017


Interviews are expected to be held: Tuesday 28 th February 2017


For more information please click the apply button today, you will be directed to our website where an application pack and further details can be obtained.


An enhanced police check through Disclosure and Barring Service will be required for this role.