Your responsibilities will vary depending on your role and position in the team.
Social workers in assessment and intake teams are expected to:
- carry out initial assessments with children in response to concerns about their safety or well-being
- establish constructive relationships with children and families in relatively short periods of time
- assess risk and take action to ensure the safety and well-being of children
- assess the welfare of children in the home and their family circumstances
- determine appropriate support and make referrals to relevant services
- advocate for children and ensure their voices are heard
- develop plans that promote positive outcomes for children and families
- establish a coordinated approach with multi-agency partners