Children’s Social Worker - Permanence
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  • England,North West,Merseyside,Liverpool
  • full-time
  • £42.00 per hour
Job Description:
Our Client, Liverpool City Council, is seeking an experienced Children’s Social Worker to join their Permanence Team.
Hybrid Working Role!
Fantastic payrate of £42 per hour!
Are you a Childrens Social Worker, passionate about making a difference in your community? Do not miss out on this fantastic opportunity!
Responsibilities of this role:
*Conduct comprehensive assessments of children and families involved with the child welfare system, including their strengths, needs, and risks, to inform permanency planning decisions.
*Develop and implement permanency plans for children in care, including reunification with birth families, adoption, kinship care, and long-term fostering, in accordance with legal and regulatory requirements.
*Work collaboratively with children, families, caregivers, and partner agencies to develop and implement plans that promote the best interests of the child and support their emotional, physical, and developmental well-being.
*Provide ongoing support and guidance to children and families throughout the permanency planning process, addressing any concerns or barriers that may arise and advocating for needed services and resources.
*Facilitate family finding and matching processes for children awaiting adoption, ensuring that prospective adopters are carefully assessed and matched with children based on their individual needs and preferences.
*Prepare comprehensive reports and documentation for court proceedings, reviews, and other legal processes, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines.
*Work closely with legal representatives, guardians ad litem, and other professionals involved in the child’s case to ensure effective communication and coordination of services.
*Participate in case conferences, team meetings, and training opportunities to enhance knowledge and skills related to permanency planning and adoption.
*Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all interactions, assessments, and interventions in accordance with organizational policies and regulatory standards.
*Stay informed about relevant legislation, policies, and best practices in the field of child welfare and permanence, applying this knowledge to inform practice and advocacy efforts.
Requirements of this role:
*Must be a Qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England.
*Must have a Social Work qualification (Diploma in social work, social work degree or equivalent)
*Must have minimum of 3 years experience working as a Qualified social worker in a similar team
Benefits of working through Reed, include:
*Dedicated Recruitment Consultant.
*Aftercare service delivered by Candidate Care Team.
*Free CV building and Interview support.
*Free DBS checks.
*Weekly payroll.
*PAYE payroll option with additional benefits including holiday pay, healthcare, pension plus more.
*CPD contributions.
*Access to full UK jobs market with top tier status across many public and private sector clients.
*Supporting the Reed Foundation which has given £9.5m to charity since 2010.
Does this role interest you? Apply today!
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