Senior Social Worker

Year    Kottayam, KL, IN, India

Job Description

Senior Social Worker - In-Home Care Services



(Team & Office Management Role)

Primacy In-Home Care


(In partnership with Primacy Care Australia)

Location: Shastri road,

KOTTAYAM

, Kerala, India 686001

Job Type:

Full-time

Role Overview



Primacy In-Home Care is seeking an experienced

Senior Social Worker

to provide

clinical leadership

, manage a team of Social Workers, and support the

day-to-day operations of our in-home care office

.

This role combines

advanced social work practice

with

people management, service coordination, and operational oversight

, ensuring high-quality, ethical, and person-centred care delivery across in-home services.

Key Responsibilities Clinical & Professional Leadership



Lead complex

social and psychosocial assessments

Oversee development and review of

care and support plans

Provide guidance on

high-risk, complex, and sensitive cases

Ensure ethical practice, confidentiality, and professional standards Act as an escalation point for safeguarding, neglect, or crisis situations

Team Management & Supervision



Supervise, mentor, and support a team of

Social Workers

Allocate caseloads and monitor performance and workload balance Conduct regular

supervision sessions, case reviews, and team meetings

Support onboarding, training, and professional development Promote a positive, accountable, and collaborative team culture

In-Home Care Office & Operations Management



Support daily operations of the

in-home care office

Coordinate with care coordinators, caregivers, nursing assistants, and admin staff Ensure accurate documentation, reporting, and record management Support scheduling, service coordination, and workflow processes Liaise with families, community partners, and healthcare professionals Ensure services align with organisational policies and quality standards

Qualifications & Experience



Master's degree in Social Work (MSW)

(mandatory) Minimum

5+ years experience

in social work, healthcare, disability, or community services At least

2 years experience in a senior or supervisory role

Strong experience in

in-home care, aged care, disability, or mental health services

Proven leadership, decision-making, and people management skills

Skills & Competencies



Strong leadership, mentoring, and conflict-resolution skills Advanced assessment, care planning, and report-writing ability High level of professionalism, ethics, and boundary management Ability to manage multiple priorities and operational responsibilities Excellent communication skills in

English and Malayalam

Confident working with families, multidisciplinary teams, and community services

What We Offer



Senior leadership role in a growing in-home care organisation Opportunity to work with an organisation

partnered with an Australian care provider

Professional, ethical, and supportive work environment Competitive remuneration based on experience Opportunity to shape systems, teams, and service quality

How to Apply



Apply via

Indeed

with your

updated CV

and a brief cover note highlighting your

leadership and management experience

.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ?20,000.00 - ?56,000.00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

Kottayam, Kerala: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Application Question(s):

Why are you interested in working in in-home care services in senior Management role ? What do you believe is the most important quality of a Social Worker in home-based care?
Education:

Master's (Required)
Experience:

work: 10 years (Required)
Language:

English (Preferred)
Location:

Kottayam, Kerala (Kottayam District) (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:

25% (Preferred)
Work Location: In person

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD5184295
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Kottayam, KL, IN, India
  • Education
    Not mentioned
  • Experience
    Year