Adult Social Care Worker

What will you be doing?

Our workers act as 'trusted assessors' for defined areas of support plans. They conduct or support individual assessments and reviews of support plans (including risk assessments of both the customer and carer, in line with eligibility criteria to assess the dependency needs of the customer) or facilitate self-assessments, using the appropriate assessment tools and techniques in order to establish clear, relevant, proportionate, cost effective and appropriate options for the individual. 

About you

Are you committed and passionate about ensuring people have choice and control over their own care and support needs? Able to work in a person-centred manner with people that access to an Adult Social Care Worker. You will support a diverse group of individuals aged 16 and over, including those with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), mental health challenges, and physical disabilities. The role will involve promoting independence, enhancing quality of life, and ensuring the well-being of our service users.

Our services, identify their strengths, needs and networks to achieve the best outcomes for each person that promote wellbeing.  We aim to prevent, reduce, or delay the need for people to access statutory care and support, maximising independence, and wellbeing in a positive manner wherever possible, delivering the best outcomes for local people that is person- centred.

Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, you’re hardworking and committed with enthusiasm for this role?

Are you willing and able to work collaboratively with a wide range of partners, including community groups and the voluntary sector as well as colleagues in health and other sectors.

•         You love a challenge and have an openness to learn.

Have the passion to promote people’s strengths and the ability to make a difference in a safe working approach to social work practices. Proactive and can think creatively. Demonstrate problem solving abilities, working alongside people to enable them to find their own solutions.

Do you exercise professional curiosity rather than accept things at face value or make decisions based on assumptions. Have up to date knowledge of legislation and demonstrable experience of delivering social care outcomes to people in need with good communication and IT skills.

A degree or NVQ 4 or the ability to demonstrate knowledge gained through detailed practice and application for procedures in adult social care.

You will be required to drive and have transport.

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate, at our cost. West Northamptonshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Our benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:

• Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 28 days annual leave per year, 29 days for senior managers (pro rata, depending on how many hours per week you work), plus bank holidays. An additional 5 days, linked to continuous service, and ability to purchase up to 6 weeks additional leave per year.
• Cycle to Work scheme. 
• Local Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.
• Employee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.
• Car Lease scheme
• Professional subscriptions / registration - if your job description requires that you are registered with or are a member of a professional body, WNC will pay for your professional subscription or membership fees
• Employee Assistance Programme - We have an employee support programme run by Health Assured, an independent, external organisation. Health Assured is available for you and your immediate family members, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and includes telephone counselling, legal advice, bereavement support and medical information.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• A variety of flexible working options to support your work/life balance, including full or part time, term time, 9-day fortnight, etc. (subject to business needs).
• Our West Ways of Working – We want our workforce to thrive, and we equip our employees with the right technology to support hybrid and collaborative working, on or off site, depending on the role.
• Making a difference - If you want to use your skills and experience with an organisation that are genuinely invested in making a difference, are committed to improving people's lives, and whose success has a direct impact on the wellbeing of your family, friends and people in your local area, then West Northamptonshire Council is the place for you.

About us

Our vision at West Northamptonshire Council is 'to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive'. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services. Council: https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU

At West Northants Council, it's about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.

When potential is unlocked, talent thrives.

Choose a career that offers you a true sense of achievement, fills you with pride and challenges you in a positive way, every day.

West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

Should you require the Job Description in another format or language, please contact: Careers@westnorthants.gov.uk