Social Worker - Adults Social Care

Opus People Solutions • Full-time • USA, US • £38 / hour • 9h ago

Social Worker - Learning Disabilities

Pay Rate- £38ph Umbrella

Hours-37 hours a week 3 days in the office 2 days at home (Milton Keynes City Council Civic Offices 1 Saxon Gate East Milton Keynes MK9 3EJ)

About the role-

To undertake Adult Social Care assessments, Review of Care packages and undertaking Mental Capacity assessments.

As a Social Worker , you will take responsibility for more complex work and play a vital role in safeguarding and supporting individuals, families, and communities. This includes leading on high-risk cases, applying professional judgement within legal frameworks, and delivering effective, strengths-based interventions.

Key Responsibilities

Risk Management:
Lead and coordinate cases involving high levels of risk and complexity, including the management of Section 42 enquiries.
Creative & Reflective Practice:
Use reflective approaches and professional curiosity to understand individual circumstances and develop appropriate, person-centred interventions.
Effective Case Management:
Balance a varied caseload, maintain accurate and up-to-date records, and ensure all reports are completed within agreed timescales. Support collaborative working and peer discussions.
Decision-Making & Legal Frameworks:
Anticipate, assess, and analyse situations to make sound, justified decisions in line with relevant legislation and policies.
Strengths-Based Practice:
Empower individuals by promoting independence, supporting informed choice, and building on their strengths to achieve positive outcomes.
Holistic Assessment:
Evaluate the impact of psychological, social, economic, environmental, and physiological factors on people's lives, considering age, development, and lived experience.
Ethical Practice & Inclusion:
Promote social justice, equality, diversity, and inclusion in all areas of practice.
Supervision & Continuous Development:
Participate actively in reflective supervision, preparing case discussions and applying learning and guidance to your practice.