Social Care Practitioner

Seven Social Care is looking for a Social Care Practitioner in Shropshire

The role:

The post holder is directly accountable to the Team Manager.  Duties will involve contact with staff at all levels throughout the Department and other Council Departments, and with staff of other agencies, including statutory and voluntary.

You will carry out your work to the standards set in the relevant professional and national occupational standards.

Key Responsibilities:

The post holder will be:

responsible to the team manager Katie Parkes who is in turn responsible for the post holder’s health and safety, training and development.

expected to lead and/or contribute to a range of projects and build relations with both internal and external partners in order achieve specified outcomes, but will not have direct authority over those involved

Main Duties

The post holder will be responsible and accountable for:

You will be expected to value and respect diversity and apply anti discriminatory practice at all times.

To provide a service to older people, people with disabilities and their carers in the community and/or the county hospitals, within the framework of relevant legislation, Council Policies and procedures. This follows an early intervention and prevention model so advice, information, and the least restrictive options are considered first.

The service and intervention provided is person centred and aims to support people to maintain their independence and where possible remain living in their own homes and communities. Good customer service is required with all actions agreed followed through.

Working with Seven Social Care:

Established in 2011, Seven Social Care is a leading provider of social care professionals to county councils, charities, hospitals, care homes and private organisations across the UK.

Seven is the recruitment service that guarantees experienced, qualified and available staff exactly when you need them. Our expert talent acquisition team seamlessly connect professionals to all areas of social care; including Children and Adults, Mental Health, Substance Misuse, Community, Support Work and everything in between.

After being shortlisted for multiple awards in 2018, we are proud of our nationwide reputation for providing a world-class recruitment service that is underpinned by honesty, integrity and attention to detail.

Refer a friend, family member or colleague for £250

If you’re not the perfect match for this role, but you know a Social Worker who is, help them find their dream job by referring them to Seven Social Care. As a little ‘thank you’ from us, you will receive £250 for every referral that is successfully placed into a new role.

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