Employer: Lochwood Care Limited
Position: Senior Social Care Worker
Salary:£13.62 per hour
Job Type: Full-time, Part-time
Location: Glasgow, Scotland
FULL JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Senior Social Worker to join our team. This role is pivotal in providing high-quality support and guidance to individuals in Abbey Court, particularly focusing on person centred care. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing care plans, supervising care staff, and ensuring that the needs of our residents are met with dignity and respect. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for fostering a collaborative environment. Unfortunately we cannot offer sponsorship at this time.
Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and review individual care plans tailored to the needs of our residents.
- Provide direct support to residents, ensuring their emotional and physical well-being.
- Supervise and mentor social care workers and support staff, promoting professional development.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance service delivery and resident outcomes.
- Conduct assessments to identify individual needs and recommend appropriate interventions.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation in compliance with organisational policies.
- Facilitate communication between residents, families, and other professionals involved in care.
Skills
- Proven experience in senior care settings, with a strong understanding of the unique challenges faced by older adults.
- Excellent leadership skills with prior supervising experience preferred.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, enabling effective interaction with residents, families, and colleagues.
- Ability to develop comprehensive care plans that address individual needs effectively.
- Proficiency in IT systems for documentation and reporting purposes.
- This position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of seniors while working within a supportive team environment dedicated to excellence in care provision.
Expected hours: 12 – 48 per week
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Free flu jabs
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Paid volunteer time
Experience:
- Supervising: 2 years (required)
- Medication administration: 2 years (required)
- Care home: 2 years (required)
- Care plans: 2 years (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Application Process
If you’re interested in this role, check out more information on the Official website and apply now