Alcohol & Drug Recovery Service Social Worker (Full Time) (Temporary)

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Social Worker (ADRS) (Temporary)

 

Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team, you will provide a range of services to
individuals and their families experiencing alcohol related problems; establish links
with other agencies and professionals in relation to joint working, provide advice and
guidance for individuals, families and groups known to the Social Work Service,
liaise with appropriate agencies on behalf of clients, undertake needs assessments
and promote the work of the team.

You must hold either a BA (Hons) in Social Work or equivalent; be registered with
the SSSC; have experience of working with relevant IT packages and dealing with
clients who have substance misuse problems; possess sound assessment and
interpersonal skills; have knowledge of current Council policy and statutory
legislation, NHS & Community Care Act, Children (Scotland) Act and Social Work
(Scotland) Acts; and the ability to communicate effectively (verbally and in writing),
work on your own initiative, and prioritise your own workload.

You must also be able to work outwith normal hours if required.

Please note that this post is temporary, subject to business needs and funding for 18
Months or until the requirement for the post ceases, whichever date is the earlier.

If successful, you will be required to undertake a Disclosure Scotland check, the
level of check will be determined by the duties of the post. If you would like further
information in relation to the Disclosure Scotland checks, please visit

www.disclosurescotland.co.uk