20 hours per week
The Community Resource Team is a joint Health and Social Services multi- disciplinary team based within Intermediate Care in Bridgend County Borough.
We have moved from traditional models of service delivery to create an integrated approach to delivering services to people affected by the issues of frailty and ageing.
You will be part of the Community Resource Team with in Bridgend County Borough, delivering social work services to adults in an integrated multi-disciplinary team comprised of social work, social care and health professionals; the aim of the team is to improve access to health, social care and personal assistance services for people affected by frailty and ageing. This service focuses on outcomes for individuals, maximising individual potential and minimising risk to independence, with an emphasis on choice and control. We have worked with partners to develop integrated provision which is person centred and this post will have a key role in contributing to these continued developments.
As an experienced (at least 2 years post qualifying) member of the Community Resource Team you will share with other senior staff the responsibility for the effective operation of the service and participate in its ongoing development.
A recognised social work qualification and registration with the Care Council for Wales is essential along with the ability to speak Welsh.
You will:- Work as part of a team in a climate of change.- Manage a caseload in a busy environment - Provide advice and guidance and signposting people into community resources where appropriate and necessary. - Promote holistic wellbeing outcomes for people who need care and support - Develop professional relationships within the Directorate, Health Board and across agency boundaries;- Take a person centred approach to practice;
This post requires a criminal records check through the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS)
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