Residential Family Social Worker

Job Title: Residential Family Social Worker - Family Assessment Unit

Location: Bridgend, Wales

About Us:

Randstad are proud to be working with a Family Assessment Unit dedicated to providing comprehensive support and guidance to families facing challenges in Bridgend and surrounding areas to recruit for a Residential Social Worker to join a growing team.

Position Overview:

We are currently seeking a compassionate and experienced Residential Family Social Worker to join our dynamic team at the Family Assessment Unit in Bridgend. As a Residential Family Social Worker, you will play a pivotal role in providing high-quality residential support to families undergoing assessment, ensuring their safety, comfort, and well-being throughout their stay.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct support and supervision to families residing in the assessment unit, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times.
• Collaborate with the assessment team to conduct comprehensive assessments of families' needs, strengths, and risks.
• Develop and implement individualized support plans in partnership with families, addressing identified goals and promoting positive outcomes.
• Facilitate therapeutic interventions and activities designed to promote family bonding, communication, and conflict resolution.
• Monitor and evaluate family progress during their stay, identifying any emerging concerns or additional support needs.
• Liaise with external agencies, professionals, and family members to coordinate additional support services and resources as required.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of assessments, interventions, and progress reports in accordance with organisational policies and procedures.

Requirements:

• A Social Work Degree and a live registration with Social Care Wales
• Proven experience working with families in a residential or community setting, preferably within a family assessment unit or similar environment.
• Strong understanding of child development, family dynamics, and risk assessment principles.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with families from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team, demonstrating resilience and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality, professionalism, and ethical standards in all interactions and activities.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive training and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive work environment committed to teamwork, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Pension scheme and generous holiday allowance.
• Opportunities for career progression and advancement within the organisation.

Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.