Adults Social Worker - Commissioning Reviews

Adults Social Worker - Commissioning Reviews£32.00 per hour (Umbrella)Locum | Hybrid WorkingASAP Start
Hackney Council is looking for experienced Commissioning Reviews Social Workers to join the Adults Commissioning Reviews Team on a locum basis.
This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in ensuring that commissioned services are delivering high-quality, cost-effective care while improving outcomes for adults across the borough.
The RoleYou will undertake person-centred reviews of adults receiving commissioned care, ensuring services continue to meet assessed needs, promote independence and provide value for money.Key responsibilities include:Carrying out strengths-based reviews in line with the Care ActEnsuring placements are meeting quality, safeguarding and cost-effectiveness standards Reviewing and updating outcome-focused support plansWorking closely with providers, internal stakeholders and partner agenciesSupporting service development and identifying gaps in provisionContributing to commissioning activity, service improvement and market developmentManaging complex cases and supporting transitions where needs changeAll reviews must be completed face to face - onsite visits are mandatory however team operates on a remote-working basis, with flexibility in day-to-day working - Monthly team meetings are held face to face
RequirementsQualified Social Worker with Social Work England registrationMinimum 2 years' experience within a Commissioning Reviews TeamStrong knowledge of the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act and Safeguarding Experience undertaking reviews and reassessments within adult servicesAbility to analyse service provision, improve outcomes and ensure cost efficiencyExperience working collaboratively across multi-agency settingsSupervisory experience (supporting Reviewing Officers)Experience managing budgets and driving efficiencies