3 months contract with local authority
We are seeking an experienced agency social worker to join our Learning Disability Team, primarily serving adults with learning disabilities in the West of the borough, focusing on the Rhondda area. This role is integral to safeguarding and enhancing the well\-being of adults through high\-quality social work practices. You will be part of a supportive and experienced team, contributing to the assessment, care planning, and review processes.
Responsibilities:
- Safeguard and promote the well\-being of adults through high\-quality social work practices.
- Conduct assessments in accordance with the Social Services and Well\-Being Act (Wales) 2014.
- Develop, monitor, and review care and support plans as needed.
- Perform Mental Capacity Assessments and adhere to the principles of the Mental Capacity Act 2005.
- Assess risks in a manner that encourages co\-production, independence, and choice.
- Identify and promote individual strengths.
- Collaborate with other agencies and adopt a multi\-disciplinary approach when appropriate.
- Maintain and update electronic records, including case recordings, assessments, care, and support plans, in line with departmental policies.
- Travel independently throughout the service area, residing within a reasonable distance to fulfill this requirement.
- Participate in remote work with one designated office day per week.
