Senior Practitioner

Role: Advanced Practitioner – Adult Neurodiversity Team

Location: Bromsgrove

Salary: £32,020 – £36,298 (up to £38,296 with AMHP) + £3,000 Market Forces payment

We pledge to create an environment that nurtures and motivates you to excel. Our values include:
Customer Focus, Can Do Culture, Freedom within Boundaries, Generous holiday benefits, Outstanding pension plan, Environmentally friendly perks, Bike to Work Scheme, Green Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme.

• Customer Focus:
  Delivering high-quality services tailored to meet the diverse needs of our customers.
• Can Do Culture:
  Championing proactive approaches to achieve excellence, fostering innovation and creative problem-solving.
• Freedom within Boundaries:
  Empowering constructive change through collaborative decision-making, ensuring responsive and cohesive services.
• Generous holiday benefits:
  Pro rata vacation time, increasing to 31 days after 5 years of service.
• Outstanding pension plan:
  Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Environmentally friendly perks:
  Support eco‑conscious lifestyle and contribute positively to the environment.
• Bike to Work Scheme:
  Rent a new bike for a fixed monthly fee deducted from salary.
• Green Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme:
  Access a brand‑new vehicle for a monthly fixed amount taken from salary.

You will promote the well‑being of adults and carers, facilitating independence and access to community resources. Your responsibilities include:

• Engaging in meaningful conversations with adults and carers to assess needs and develop personalized support plans.
• Collaborating with professionals and agencies to provide multi‑agency support, enabling individuals to live independently.
• Ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, including the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and Mental Health Act 1983.
• Participating in safeguarding procedures and interventions, utilising the Making Safeguarding Personal approach.
• Representing the council in court proceedings and advocating for the welfare of service users.
• Conducting assessments and support planning using a strength‑based approach.
• Collaborating with stakeholders to create sustainable care packages and prevent the need for statutory services.
• Maintaining accurate records and engaging in reflective practice and supervision.
• Promoting the welfare of children and reporting safeguarding concerns as necessary.

Experience:

• Proven experience in social work, including assessment and support planning for individuals and caregivers.
• Experience in adult social care, especially with older adults and those with physical disabilities.
• Track record of involving users and caregivers in their care arrangements.
• Extensive experience collaborating with health and social care agencies and professionals.
• Proficiency in utilising community resources and networks to develop sustainable care plans.
• Evidence of Continuous Professional Development.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Understanding of social work theories and practices.
• Familiarity with legislation pertaining to adults and caregivers.
• Proficiency in strength‑based practice.
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Effective organisational and prioritisation abilities.
• Capacity to collaborate within multidisciplinary teams and establish relationships with external agencies.
• Competence in assessment and support planning for adults and caregivers.
• Ability in partnership working and negotiation.

Qualifications:

• Professional qualification in social work.
• Current registration with Social Work England.
• Relevant post‑qualifying certifications.
• Level 1 qualification in Essential Digital Skills or proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Additional Information:

• The role may require travel throughout the county, including areas with limited public transport.
• Reasonable adjustments will be considered as required by the Equality Act.
• This position is subject to an enhanced Criminal Records Check.
• Strong English language proficiency is essential.

Worcestershire County Council is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and diversity in employment. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.