Job overview

Social Worker - DGA13432 - Dumfries and Galloway Council - their own homes, hospitals, and supported/ residential homes

Social Worker - DGA13432 with Dumfries and Galloway Council in their own homes, hospitals, and supported/ residential homes is a people-focused role involving work to work within the Learning Disability Complex Care and Support Team which covers the west of the region.

Responsibilities: The advert points to work within the Learning Disability Complex Care and Support Team which covers the west of the region, One additional social worker post has been created to support the expansion of the Complex Care and Support Team, progress the implementation of D&G HSCP Complex Needs Plan, and deliver a high-quality service, be part of a team which has strong social work principles and values, and is motivated, committed, and enthusiastic about the adults and families they work with, and practice using protective legislation, in particular the Adult Support and Protection (Scotland) Act 2007 in addition to Community Care Legislation, with emphasis on safe, respectful support.

Requirements: Suitable applicants may bring experience of working with adults with learning disabilities and complex needs would be beneficial, Knowledge of community services in the statutory, third and independent sectors for adults with complex needs would also be beneficial, and A good working knowledge of Self- Directed Support would also be valuable.

Employment details: There is a defined culture of learning and practice development within the team, as well as a focus on supporting staff wellbeing and morale.

Application:

Skills or experience needed

Social Worker DGA13432

Salary and benefits

£44,394 - £47,604 per year

Location details

and supported/ residential homes

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