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Graham Underwood, Social Worker and Practice Educator shares his experience of working at Dorset Council in this video.
‘Dorset has believed in me and supported me to achieve what I needed to do in life.’
The government has committed to investing £250 million over the next two years to recognise and support skills for careers in care. This substantial investment is intended to provide the workforce with greater support and increased opportunities for career progression in the care sector.
Our plan includes digital transformation in Adult Social Care, personalising care through stronger data and local authority assurance, supporting people to remain independent at home, driving innovation and improvement, and joining up services to support people and carers.
As part of Dorset Council's Birth to Settled Adulthood we are also working alongside our colleagues in transitions to support people who have come to the attention of services.
We have a strong commitment to a strengths-based approach in our relationships with customers and employees alike. We foster a vibrant, happy, and high achieving workforce.
We offer regular, reflective supervision that supports Continuous Professional Development and we are proud of our robust learning and development offer. This includes access to the ASYE programme, mentoring and coaching, various external training including BIA, AMHP, access to RIPFA courses, Community Care Inform and internal training to support development in specific areas of practice.
This role assesses the needs of adults with social care needs and coordinates appropriate support services for them. They work with other agencies and professionals to ensure that services meet required standards and promote the well-being, independence, and quality of life of vulnerable adults in the community.
This team recruits, trains, and supports carers who provide accommodation, care, and support to adults with learning disabilities or mental health issues in their own homes as part of a shared living arrangement, providing opportunities for greater independence, social inclusion, and community participation.
As a newly qualified social worker, you will be joining a challenging but hugely rewarding profession making a difference to the lives of many of our most vulnerable residents.
Learn more about assessed and supported year in employment (ASYE)
Social workers are at the heart of what we do. We are committed to providing the support, training and development you need to continue to improve your professional practice as a social worker.
An occupational therapist works with individuals who have physical, mental, or developmental challenges to improve their ability to perform daily tasks and achieve greater independence by using therapeutic interventions, adaptations, and assistive technologies.
A qualified and experienced social worker or healthcare professional who has been trained and accredited to assess individuals who are experiencing mental health crises.
This role oversees and manages a team of social workers, ensuring that services are delivered effectively and efficiently, and that vulnerable children and families receive appropriate support, protection and care within their designated area. This role may manage Assessment and Support Coordinators, Social Workers and Occupational Therapists.