Responsibilities:

• Intake and Assessment is a fast paced and exciting team, due to Cardiff''s demography the work is diverse and progressive.
• Practitioners undertake Well-being and S47 assessments and provide short term interventions to support families to increase safety within the home.
• Practitioners hold cases for a short period of time; long term work is generally transferred at the first planning meeting.
• The Team are on a duty rota for one week in every three meaning you have the opportunity to plan and record your work in a structured and organised way.
• Social Workers may also be involved in care and private law proceedings.
• Intake and Assessment Teams are established with experienced staff who support each other during challenging times.
• The team works creatively under the Signs of Safety model for the best possible outcomes for families.
• Training opportunities are available to everyone to ensure continued professional development.

Requirements:

• Must have Enhanced DBS
• Must be a registered Social Worker
• Excellent skills in assessment and the ability to write concise records and reports.
• A good team player, have excellent communication and organisation skills and have IT skills.