Liquid Personnel·Richmond, Virginia
The role involves screening referrals and conducting initial assessments to determine risk levels for children and families. Responsibilities include making decisions on Section 17 and Section 47 interventions and collaborating with police, schools, and health services.
Liquid Personnel has an excellent opportunity for a Social Worker to join a friendly and supportive Referral and Assessment Team in Kingston & Richmond, where you’ll make a real impact on children and families through timely assessments and effective intervention. What will your responsibilities be? Receive and screen referrals from professionals, families, or the public. Conduct initial assessments to determine risk levels and service eligibility. Make decisions on whether cases require further intervention under Section 17 (Child in Need) or Section 47 (Child Protection). Undertake home visits and interviews with children and families. Liaise with police, schools, health services, and other agencies to gather information. Prepare detailed reports and recommendations for further action. Escalate cases to child protection teams when necessary. Maintain accurate records and ensure timely responses to referrals. Qualifications & Experience: To be successful in this role you must have, Social Work England registration Eligible to work in the UK Hold a full UK driving licence Post-qualified experience Degree level or equivalent in Social Work Why Liquid Personnel? Free DBS and compliance service Twice weekly payroll and ‘Faster Pay’ service, getting you paid more quickly Access to exclusive roles that aren’t available from other agencies Free access to Liquid’s exclusive social work training and CPD portal Your own dedicated consultant with extensive social work knowledge Access to a wide selection of social work positions across the UK “Refer a Friend” bonus – get £500 for each social worker you refer who we successfully place
“Find your own job” bonus – get £250 for bringing your own position to us
Liquid Personnel is an equal opportunities employer. Liquid Personnel Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Terms and conditions apply to our bonus schemes. Reasonable Adjustments: If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity by contacting our team. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement. We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List. BH - 200653 GH - 35635
Candidates must be registered with Social Work England and hold a degree-level qualification in Social Work. A full UK driving licence and post-qualified experience are also required.
Market context
Behavioral-health roles in Virginia commonly draw steady demand as agencies and treatment programs look for clinicians who can support counseling, care coordination, and recovery services. These positions are competitive because a valid CSAC license is required, while a psychology or counseling degree and treatment-industry experience are preferred; benefits often include PTO and health-related coverage. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, and confirm your licensure details before applying.
