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Adults Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO)
Stockton-on-Tees, UK
33 an hour
Are you an experienced Social Worker with a passion for ensuring the rights and well-being of adults receiving social care services? Randstad Social Care is currently recruiting for an Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) to join a dedicated team in Stockton-on-Tees.
About Us:
Randstad Social Care is a leading recruitment agency specializing in social work placements across the UK. We are proud to partner with reputable local authorities and social care organizations to provide skilled professionals with rewarding employment opportunities.
Role Overview:
We are seeking a highly motivated and knowledgeable Social Worker to take on the role of Adults Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) in Stockton-on-Tees. The IRO plays a crucial role in safeguarding the rights and promoting the well-being of adults receiving social care services.
Key Responsibilities:
- Chairing reviews of care and support plans for adults receiving social care services, ensuring that their views, wishes, and preferences are central to the decision-making process.
- Conducting independent reviews of cases where there are concerns about the quality or effectiveness of care provision, including safeguarding concerns and complaints.
- Monitoring the implementation of care and support plans, ensuring that they are reviewed and updated regularly in response to changing needs and circumstances.
- Providing support and guidance to social work teams and other professionals involved in the care of adults, promoting best practice and adherence to relevant legislation and policies.
- Advocating for the rights of adults receiving social care services, including their right to be involved in decisions about their care and support.
- Maintaining accurate records of reviews and decisions, ensuring compliance with data protection and confidentiality requirements.
Requirements:
- Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
- Significant experience working within adult social care, including experience in a safeguarding or review role.
- Thorough understanding of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures relating to adult social care, safeguarding, and review processes.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with service users, families, and colleagues.
- Commitment to upholding the principles of independence, empowerment, and dignity in social care practice.
Benefits:
- Competitive and Weekly pay-rates of 33 an hour
- One committed and dedicated point of contact
- An unlimited referrals incentive, giving you a 300 voucher for anyone you refer (T&Cs apply)
- A full range of free training available
- Access to 100s of discounts through the Hapi App
How to Apply:
If you're ready to make a difference in the lives of individuals, we want to hear from you! we have several exciting opportunities with competitive pay & flexibility.
Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you're passionate about this role. If you wish to discuss this further please call (phone number removed) and can share the CV on
we would be happy to have a confidential discussion.
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.
