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Social care planning

What is the role?

Social care planners liaise with individuals and families to help formulate a care plan.

What might it involve?

The work involves an assessment and then creating an action plan.

Work can involve:

  • Visiting clients to understand their needs
  • Carrying out an assessment to identify the help they need
  • Recommending appropriate support
  • Costing the support plan
  • Writing up the plan

An important part of the work is building a professional relationship with the client so that you and the social worker and client can work together to make changes.

Who does this role suit?

  • Patience
  • Empathy
  • Self motivation
  • Resilience
  • Problem solving

Where next?

Social care planners are needed in a variety of places across East Riding, from charities to residential and care homes and private houses.

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