Social Worker at Freedom Foundation

Job Description

• Conducts interviews with individuals and families to assess and review their situation;
• Completes comprehensive evaluations to determine the needs of clients and family members especially identifying possible environmental Impediments that could complicate overall care. The social worker, in concert with the client, family and team, will determine and execute interventions to overcome any predetermined barriers.
• Undertaking and writing up assessments (with other professionals), which meet specified standards and timescales;
• Offering information and support;
• Organising and managing packages of support to enable people to lead the fullest lives possible;
• Recommending and sometimes making decisions about the best course of action for a particular person or family;
• Liaising with, and making referrals to, other agencies;
• Participating in multidisciplinary teams and meetings regarding, for example, child protection or mental health;
• Maintaining accurate records and preparing reports for legal action;
• Participating in training, supervision and team meetings.