Role: Social Worker (X2)

Location: Amelie House The Maurice and Vivienne Wohl Campus, 221 Golders Green Road, London, NW11 9DQ or Anita Dorfman House Common Rd, Stanmore HA7 3FT

Contract Type: Permanent | Hybrid role | This post is full time for 36.25 hours per week - M-F 9am – 5pm, in winter months we close at 2pm on Friday! (60% home working and 40% out visiting clients)

Salary: £37,982 - £40,392

Driver Essential and Registered with Social Work England!

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Unlock Your Potential as a Social Worker at Jewish Care!

Dive into a role where your passion meets purpose. Apply now and be the change you wish to see in the community!

About the role:

At Jewish Care, we're not just offering a job; we're offering a calling. We're in search of a Social Worker who combines dedication and compassion with a desire to make a tangible difference in the lives of individuals within the Jewish Community. This is an opportunity to stand at the heart of a community, providing holistic support that champions independence, choice, and control. Your role will be pivotal in navigating the complexities of ageing, caregiving, illness, isolation, disability, mental health, and significant life changes.

As part of our Social Work and Community Support Service (SWCW), you'll be pivotal in conducting thorough assessments, identifying crucial support areas, and employing a multi-disciplinary methodology to care. Your involvement will extend to spearheading community projects, embodying the values of Jewish Care in various platforms, and enhancing our service and resource offerings. You'll also offer supervision and encouragement to team members and volunteers, fostering a nurturing environment for all.

Key Responsibilities:

Empower and Support: Work hand-in-hand with individuals and carers to tailor care plans that mitigate risks and uplift lives.

Collaborate and Connect: Engage in and promote multi-disciplinary teamwork, expanding networks both within Jewish Care and with external partners.

Community Leadership: Lead and support community and group initiatives aimed at bolstering social and community integration.

Advocate and Educate: Represent Jewish Care across diverse forums, sharing insights on critical areas like Dementia, Mental Health, and more, while providing guidance in line with current policies.

Innovate and Inspire: Collaborate with management to cultivate an impactful service, nurturing relationships across the spectrum of care.

What We Need From You:

• A heartfelt commitment to making a difference within the Jewish community.
• Social Work qualification and registration with Social Work England.
• Proven experience in addressing the challenges faced by diverse groups, including those with Mental Health issues, Disabilities, and more.
• Expertise in community work and a profound understanding of adult social care.
• A solid grasp of Safeguarding, Care Act (2014), Mental Capacity Act (2005), and related interventions.
• Exceptional skills in critical reflection, decision-making, and maintaining client records.
• Excellent communication, time management, and IT competencies.
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary, hybrid team environment.

Why Choose Jewish Care?

Jewish Care is the leading provider of health and social care services for the UK's Jewish community, impacting over 10,000 lives weekly. We're committed to excellence, integrity, innovation, compassion, and inclusivity. Join us, and be part of a team that's making a real difference every day.

Benefits??

• A hybrid role with approximately 60% home working and 40% out visiting clients
• Monday to Friday, with a 2pm finish on Fridays in winter months!?
• Industry leading ongoing professional support and development.?
• Retail Discount?- a huge range of discounts at major retailers and supermarkets.?
• Health Care?- 24/7 access to a GP either online or on the phone.?
• Staff Support?- access to our Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential advice.?
• Wellbeing Hub?- articles and support with mental and physical wellness, free fitness and yoga videos and lots more!?
• Free DBS checks.?

Apply now!

This is more than a role; it's a chance to enrich lives and foster a sense of belonging and community. If your heart is driven by the desire to make a significant impact in the Jewish community, we warmly invite you to apply and embark on a rewarding journey with Jewish Care – apply today!

Jewish Care is an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion / belief, sexual orientation or age.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date