CSW - Senior Social Worker - MASH

Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a permanent CSW Senior Social Worker. With honed skills in assessment, report writing, and managing a complex caseload, you will be dedicated to a noble cause-improving the lives of children and families. Your work will be significant and impactful.

Responsibilities

MASH is the Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub. You will be in the office working alongside colleagues from Health, Education and Police. You will be part of a team that screens all referrals and recommends proceeding within tight timescales. You will need the skills to communicate with service users, colleagues and agencies.

Qualification – Essential

• GCSE Grade (or equivalent) in English Language and Mathematics.
• DipSW, CQSW, CSS or equivalent
• Social Work England registration
• Advanced –Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Social Media.

Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience Requirements - Criteria-to be Tested at Shortlisting.

• With a minimum of 2 years experience in a statutory social care role.
• Able to screen police notifications of domestic abuse incidents.
• Experience working with partner agencies, including health, police, education, early help, and Women's Aid.
• Evidence of good quality practice consistent with the notions of authoritative practice.
• Skills in assessment, report writing, and managing a complex caseload.
• Dedicated to improving the lives of children and families.
• Knowledge of all relevant legislations, especially the 1989 and 2004 Children's Acts.
• A proven track record of thinking and researching policies.
• Ability to influence and coach others.
• Good understanding of risk management and development process.
• Knowledge of the assessment framework within the context of high-quality social work practice.
• Ability to manage time and workload, balance competing demands, and meet objectives and deadlines.
• Confident and clear verbal and written communication skills.

 Essential Compliance Requirements

• 5 Years References
• Enhanced DBS
• Social Work England registration
• A pre-engagement screening is mandatory for this role. Please be prepared for this additional step in the application process.

Diamond Blaque Group- A leading public sector provider, is acting as an employment agency for this vacancy. Our organisation is deeply committed to fostering an environment of equal opportunity and diversity in the workplace.