8 jobs found in Skelmersdale

Social Worker - Safeguarding Team - Cheshire East - £39 per hour An experienced Social Worker is required to join a Safeguarding Team based in Cheshire East. You will have the opportunity to put your previous experience to good use whilst being surrounded by a strong supportive network of experienced Social Workers and managers.You will have a caseload of around 10-12 Families and as a worker you will be provided with a comprehensive induction, training, help and advice to enable you to reach your full potential. Benefits of this Social Worker role include: Effective induction Caseload of 10-12 Families Excellent rate of pay Reflective supervision Long term contracts available Clearly defined practice standards and managers standards Effective and supportive management The right technology to undertake your role Efficient 'work-life balance' is encouraged Flexible/remote working Responsibilities of this Social Worker role include: Liaising with other professionals Knowledge of...

Social Worker - Duty & Assessment - Wigan- £39 per hour We are currently looking for an experienced Social Worker to join a fantastic Children's Assessment and Safeguarding Service in Wigan. The role of the Advanced Practitioner will be to carry out the function of statutory Children's Services and the remit of the Assessment and Safeguarding Teams in completing single assessments and section 47 enquiries. You will hold a mixture of cases ranging through CIN, CP and Court cases, although you will be expected to hold the more complex cases which is reflected in your level of experience. The benefits of this Advanced Practitioner role: £39 per hour Small and friendly local authority with strong multi agency partnerships and a visible senior management team Condensed hours such as 37 over 4 days available Differing start/finish times Remote & office working and flexi Personal and case supervision is held monthly They offer extensive training opportunities, parking permits...

Mental Health Social Worker – Hospital Discharge Team North West Local Authority | Hybrid Working | Competitive Agency Rate | Immediate Start We Do Social Work is recruiting an experienced Mental Health Social Worker to join a busy Hospital Discharge Team within a North West Local Authority. This is a fast-paced role supporting patient flow from psychiatric inpatient units, reducing delayed discharges and ensuring adults are safely transitioned into the community with the appropriate support in place. The Role As a Mental Health Social Worker, you will: Support the timely and safe discharge of adults from psychiatric inpatient settings. Complete strengths-based assessments and discharge planning. Coordinate move-on arrangements from hospital discharge and step-down placements. Work collaboratively with ward staff, NHS colleagues, CMHTs and partner agencies to facilitate safe discharges. Manage complex mental health cases within a fast-paced environment. Liaise with...

Social Worker - Duty & Assessment - Sefton - £39 per hour We are currently looking for an experienced Social Worker to join a fantastic Children's Assessment and Safeguarding Service in Sefton. The role of the Advanced Practitioner will be to carry out the function of statutory Children's Services and the remit of the Assessment and Safeguarding Teams in completing single assessments and section 47 enquiries. You will hold a mixture of cases ranging through CIN, CP and Court cases, although you will be expected to hold the more complex cases which is reflected in your level of experience. The benefits of this Advanced Practitioner role: £39 per hour Small and friendly local authority with strong multi agency partnerships and a visible senior management team Condensed hours such as 37 over 4 days available Differing start/finish times Remote & office working and flexi Personal and case supervision is held monthly They offer extensive training opportunities, parking...

Ad-Hoc Recovery Worker – Detox Service We are seeking an experienced Recovery Worker to support a residential detox service in Chorley. This role involves working alongside clinical staff to support service users through detoxification and early recovery. Key Responsibilities * Monitor service users during detox, including observations and wellbeing checks * Recognise and report withdrawal symptoms or deterioration in condition * Support the safe delivery of care plans and prescribed medication regimes (under clinical direction) * Complete accurate records, handovers and incident reports * Support admissions, discharges and daily routines * Respond appropriately to incidents and safeguarding concerns * Promote a safe, structured and recovery-focused environment About You * Experience in substance misuse, detox, mental health or residential care * Understanding of withdrawal, safeguarding and risk management * Confident working in a clinical or...

Social Worker - Children's Safeguarding - Liverpool - up to £39 per hour Caritas are currently recruiting a Social Worker to join the Children's Safeguarding Team based in Liverpool. The successful candidate will take responsibility for obtaining regular professional supervision to ensure effective and reflective practice. Benefits as a Children's Safeguarding Social Worker include: Competitive pay rate Long contracts for good performance Supportive team and management Progression opportunities Flexible working available Duties as a Children's Safeguarding Social Worker include: Hold and effectively manage a complex and varied caseload with appropriate supervision, guidance, and support. Reflecting the function of the team and Children's Social Care in accordance with policy, procedures, statutory guidance, and legislation. Identify and assess levels of risk and need in often complex situations, ensuring that the safety and welfare of children is paramount. Model critical...

Experienced Adult Social Worker – Review Team We're looking for an experienced Adult Social Worker to join a busy and supportive Adult Social Care Review Team. Key Responsibilities: Complete strengths-based Care Act assessments, reviews and support planning. Manage complex cases, including safeguarding enquiries under the Care Act 2014. Undertake Best Interest Assessments and support Deprivation of Liberty processes. Work closely with health professionals and the wider Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) to prevent hospital admissions and promote independence. Participate in the team's duty function, including daily case triage and huddles. Chair multi-agency meetings and contribute to safeguarding, MASH, MARAC and MAPPA processes where required. Maintain accurate case records and work in line with Social Work England standards and the Professional Capabilities Framework (PCF). What We're Looking For: Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration....

Social Worker - Looked After Children - Blackburn - £40 per hour Caritas are currently recruiting an experienced Social Worker to join the Looked After Children Team based in Blackburn. The successful Social Worker would be ambitious and effective in practice to help change lives and make a sustainable difference. You should be knowledgeable of and have experience with Looked After Children processes, have two plus years' experience working as a social worker and understand systemic family therapy. Benefits as a Looked After Children Social Worker include: Progression opportunities Flexible working available Supportive team and management Competitive pay rate Long contracts for good performance Duties as a Looked After Children Social Worker include: Provide court reports for cases in care proceedings Involve and consult with clients and their families in all matters relating to their welfare and development. Ensure, with other staff and volunteers that people from ethnic...