14 jobs found in Darwen

Adults Social Worker – Mental Health Blackburn                       £30 per hour MUST HAVE WORKED IN A CMHT and be a driver  Blackburn with Darwen have an exciting opportunity for a mental health social worker The role involves undertaking social care assessments under the Care Act 2014, as well as Section 42 enquiries and assessments under the Mental Capacity Act 2005. You will be expected to have a basic understanding of the Mental Health Act 1983, with opportunities to develop your learning through a generous training programme. To find out more information please contact B(url removed) Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. We are an equal opportunity agency

Ashberry Recruitment are currently looking for candidates to fulfil the role of a Housing Management Officer for our well-respected client based in Blackburn. The role is on an ongoing temporary basis until April 2026, this has a potential of becoming permanent. You must be able to commit to a rolling rota, with occasional weekend work. Responsibilities * You will manage a caseload of clients, addressing their emotion, physical and social behavioural needs supporting them to progress towards independence. * You will support our programme of meaningful activity by running group sessions and activities within the accommodation to support residents’ individual development and social engagement. * You will ensure the safety and wellbeing of clients in the service at all times possible including using Safeguarding and emergency alert procedures as applicable. * You will also take joint responsibility with your team members for the well being and day to day support of all...

We are looking for passionate Childrens Support Workers who are available to work on a flexible basis. As a Childrens Support Worker you will work as part of a team to deliver a high standard of care at all times and support the Young Persons emotional wellbeing. You recognise that the role is to help support service users maximise their choices, rights and decisions. The successful candidate must have; - Hold a full UK driving licence - Level 3 in Health & Social Care/Children & Young People is great but not essential - 6 months experience working in a similar setting - Empathetic people person who is non-judgemental and calm - Dedicated and committed with a “can-do” attitude If you meet the above specification then please get in touch ASAP, the successful applicant will be rewarded with: - Excellent rates of pay and additional supplements - Flexible working hours - Potential Permanent positions The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced...

Do you have experience of working directly with Children and Families and are looking for your next role? Look no further! We are working in partnership with Local Authority who are seeking a Family Time Worker to work within their Children and Families Team in Bolton! Within this role, you will work alongside Safeguarding Social Workers in delivering high-quality intervention with children and families to support in achieving positive outcomes. Please note, this work will involve working with families subject to Child in Need, Child Protection and those involved within court proceedings. Responsibilities will include the following: Supporting with family time, completing home visits and directly working with children. Completing work with families around behaviour management strategies and routines and boundaries. Budgeting and supporting in referring families to support services available.Requirements: Relevant Level 3 qualification e.g. NNEB, NVQ3, BTEC, Early Years,...

Family Time Worker Are you a passionate Family Time Worker looking for your next role? 4Recruitment Services are currently recruiting for a Family Time Worker to work in a service based in Bolton. Pay Rates: - £16.43 - £20.83 Umbrella Rate Information the Role: Successful candidates will be offered 37.5 hours per week. What you will be doing: To contribute to risk assessments and protecting children and young people from danger, harm, and abuse To plan and record interventions effectively, to support and contribute to the overall assessment held by referring social care teams  To deliver quality interventions within the Framework for Action parenting capacity guidance To offer support and evidence-based intervention around child development using EYFS (Early Years Framework Strategy) guidance and behaviour management strategies To work in partnership with families on protection plans in their own home, where appropriate To communicate and work with a range of professionals...

Senior Social Worker – Duty and Assessment   Wigan £40 per hour The Duty service in Wigan consists of 5 duty teams and a Duty Academy, you will be on Duty one week in five. Each Team consists of a Team Manager, Advanced Practitioner, a Senior Social worker and 6 Social Workers. Families who we work with in Duty require our expert assessment and intervention skills at the very first stage of assessment and support. The nature of the work within the Duty Service can be described as fast paced, you will work on one of the 5 main Duty teams, given our 5 week Duty cycle this means that you will only be  going on Duty 1 in every 5 weeks. The Duty teams in Wigan hold a varying complexity of cases, in our Duty service, case transfer points include the Initial Child Protection Case Conference, the first CLA review, the first PLO meeting, the 3rd CIN meeting. The Duty service do not hold cases long term and following your assessment and intervention period  the outcome of this will...

Join the team at a well-known charity in Manchester City Centre as a Recovery Co-ordinator working alongside the Recovery team supporting service users with alcohol and non-opiate drug dependency. This is a temporary role, for a minimum of 3 months and aim to start as soon as possible. We are offering full-time hours of 40 hours a week, from Monday to Friday. Enhanced DBS on the Update Service is a requirement for this role. Your new role Engaging service users from initial contact and supporting them throughout their treatment and recovery process Carrying out initial screenings, conducting assessments, developing recovery-focused plans and coordinating referrals to appropriate services Minimising the impact of substance misuse through targeted interventions Encouraging active participation from both internal and external parties to strengthen support systems Acting as a liaison to help individuals access relevant external services and multi-agency support Assisting people in...

Social Worker – Duty and Assessment   Tameside £39 per hour We are looking for enthusiastic, innovative and committed Social Workers to join us in our Duty and Assessment as well as Safeguarding and Support teams. The duty team will take cases from the point of referral, complete assessments, strategy meetings, initiate legal proceedings and PLO where required and the case will then transfer to our long term team thereafter. The long term teams will work with children and families needing longer term support under Child in Need, Child Protection, Public Law Outline and Care Proceedings. You will receive regular supervision and work in a supportive culture where we are ambitious about delivering effective social work practice and supporting you to be the very best you can be. To find out more information please contact B(url removed) Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. We are an equal opportunity agency

Adults Social Worker – Complex Care Warrington                     £30 per hour Experience working in an adults community team, preferable with experience working with clients with Autism, ABI, physical health conditions. Experience working with copdol and safeguarding. Its a fast paced role working with client, families and professionals. Working in a team and supporting the duty system. To find out more information please contact (url removed) Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. We are an equal opportunity agency

Children's Social Worker – Safeguarding / Duty and Assessment Blackpool £39 per hour Responsibilities Work with children and young people, families, carers and communities to help them make informed decisions, enabling them to clarify and express their needs and contribute to service planning. Identify risk of abuse and investigate complaints of alleged neglect, abuse or ill-treatment of children; undertake assessments and, where appropriate, arrange accommodation for children, young people. Apply critical reflection and analysis to inform and provide a rationale for professional decision-making Use judgement and authority to intervene with individuals, families and communities to promote independence, provide support and prevent harm, neglect and abuse (PCF requirement) Liaise with colleagues in own and other departments and external agencies in order to gather information and resources necessary for assessment and care planning activities. To find out more information...

We are looking for passionate Childrens Support Workers who are available to work on a flexible basis. As a Childrens Support Worker you will work as part of a team to deliver a high standard of care at all times and support the Young Persons emotional wellbeing. You recognise that the role is to help support service users maximise their choices, rights and decisions. The successful candidate must have; - Hold a full UK driving licence - Level 3 in Health & Social Care/Children & Young People is great but not essential - 6 months experience working in a similar setting - Empathetic people person who is non-judgemental and calm - Dedicated and committed with a “can-do” attitude If you meet the above specification then please get in touch ASAP, the successful applicant will be rewarded with: - Excellent rates of pay and additional supplements - Flexible working hours - Potential Permanent positions The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced...

Social Worker (Adults) Cheshire East Council Are you a dedicated Social Worker (Adults) looking for an engaging contract role? We are seeking a passionate and qualified Social Worker (Adults) to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable adults while working within a supportive and professional environment. Job Title: Social Worker (Adults)  Location: Cheshire East Council Employment Type: Agency  Pay Rate: 28.92 PAYE exclusive of holiday pay or 37.03 LTD inclusive of holiday pay  Responsibilities of the Social Worker (Adults) As a Social Worker (Adults), your core responsibilities will include: Conducting comprehensive assessments for adults requiring social services. Developing and implementing care plans tailored to individual needs. Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality service delivery. Providing expert advice and support to vulnerable adults and their families. Maintaining...

We are looking for passionate Childrens Support Workers who are available to work on a flexible basis. As a Childrens Support Worker you will work as part of a team to deliver a high standard of care at all times and support the Young Persons emotional wellbeing. You recognise that the role is to help support service users maximise their choices, rights and decisions. The successful candidate must have; - Hold a full UK driving licence - Level 3 in Health & Social Care/Children & Young People is great but not essential - 6 months experience working in a similar setting - Empathetic people person who is non-judgemental and calm - Dedicated and committed with a “can-do” attitude If you meet the above specification then please get in touch ASAP, the successful applicant will be rewarded with: - Excellent rates of pay and additional supplements - Flexible working hours - Potential Permanent positions The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced...

We are looking for passionate Childrens Support Workers who are available to work on a flexible basis. As a Childrens Support Worker you will work as part of a team to deliver a high standard of care at all times and support the Young Persons emotional wellbeing. You recognise that the role is to help support service users maximise their choices, rights and decisions. The successful candidate must have; - Hold a full UK driving licence - Level 3 in Health & Social Care/Children & Young People is great but not essential - 6 months experience working in a similar setting - Empathetic people person who is non-judgemental and calm - Dedicated and committed with a “can-do” attitude If you meet the above specification then please get in touch ASAP, the successful applicant will be rewarded with: - Excellent rates of pay and additional supplements - Flexible working hours - Potential Permanent positions The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced...