Sanctuary Social Care is currently looking for an experienced and dedicated Social Worker to work full-time based in Brentwood. The ideal candidate will possess highly developed specialist knowledge of social work practice in adults' services and be registered with Social Work England.
The pay rate for this locum Social Worker job is £26.62 per hour (Assignment rate) and is an initial 3-month contract.
Summary:
- The postholder will use exemplary social work knowledge and practice and be committed to undertake person centred work with individuals and families focussing on their strengths, interests and assets in accordance with the Care Act (2014).
- As part of a multidisciplinary team you will support the understanding and knowledge of the role of social work within mental health, as identified by the five role categories for Social Work for Better Mental Health.
- You will work as a Social Worker in the designated team and to also actively practice as an AMHP (subject to AMHP qualification - if not currently an AMHP, you will be required to undertake AMHP training at the earliest opportunity) on the Area AMHP rota, undertaking MHA assessments and other allocated work in relation to service users with a range of mental health problems and engaging with their carers so that, within the legislation, appropriate action is taken.
- In delivering your duties you are expected to display behaviours that are aligned with the Trust values and as required in accordance with the NHS Constitution at all times.
Main Responsibilities:
- Assess, manage care, plan, support and review care needs in line with policy, procedures and legislation, including acting as a care coordinator for your own caseload, including the provision of aftercare under Section 117 of the Mental Health Act.
- To support service users by focusing on them achieving positive outcomes to enhance their wellbeing, look at prevention and increasing their independence in line with the Care Act 2014.
- Provide a clear picture of how a person's independence can be promoted and maximised. The conversations will also draw on the support around each person and look at their networks, local community and personal resources and support with delivering statutory responsibilities under the Care Act (2014).
- When in the AMHP role to lead and be responsible for the co-ordination of the Mental Health Act Assessments liaising closely with other professionals and involved others.
Requirements of the Social Worker:
- Degree or equivalent in social work
- Current Social Work England registration
- Significant senior level frontline experience within adults' services
Contact:
This Social Worker job is advertised by Sam Jewell; if you are interested in this position please click above to apply now.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, regretfully we are only able to respond to candidates who meet our clients' requirements.
