Adult Social Worker Mental Health #OR21115

Job Description

We are looking for:

•            1 locum Social Worker to work within our mental health team to back fill a seconded post.

You must be a registered Social Worker with Social Work England.

You will be expected to be in the office (based in Swindon) for a minimum of 2 days a week. Visits in Swindon outside of these times are likely; therefore, you must be able to commute to Swindon on a regular basis. You will also be expected to travel to visit people we support out of area, such as Salisbury, Bath, Bristol and Devizes.

This is an opportunity to join a team with high ambitions to support people with a mental illness in Swindon. 

You will have extensive experience of writing Care Act assessments and Mental Capacity Act assessments. You will have a sound knowledge of the Care Act; strengths based working; and a willingness to learn and develop alongside your team colleagues.

Experience of mental health social work is preferred but we will consider people who have sound practice skills and are willing to learn more about mental health work. 

You should be a person who thrives under pressure and is organised and can adhere to timescales whilst maintaining the quality of your work.

You will also be passionate about ensuring people with a mental illness are supported to live their best lives. 

You must be fluent in the English language (as a requirement of Part 7 of the Immigration Act “for the effective performance of a customer-facing role”).

Key Accountabilities

To undertake complex person-centred assessments (including assessments of mental capacity where appropriate) with people and to plan for the provision of support and/ or services with people in order to assist them to meet their outcomes and to live as independently as possible.

To support carers to continue in their role in complex situations

To ensure accurate and timely recording of all information and activity onto the social care records database in accordance with work targets set by the Team Manager and supervisor.

To gather sufficient information about people in order to be able to accurately assess their needs against eligibility criteria.

To contribute to local knowledge (within the team and the service) about universally available services and ensure it is up to date, including what is available within the voluntary and community sector, as well as the Department’s commissioned and contracted services and to signpost/advocate for people accordingly.

To have advanced skills and knowledge in assessment, support planning and the management of risks for individuals and to be able to apply Council policy and support people to manage risk appropriately.

Practice in line with legal requirements, demonstrating a detailed understanding of the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act and Continuing Health Care guidance.

To undertake Best Interests decision making, including convening and chairing Best Interest meetings to fulfil legal requirements of the Mental Capacity Act 2005.

Advise, guide and support colleagues to meets legal, procedure and practice requirements

To identify where adults may be at risk and to act in accordance with the Department’s safeguarding policies and procedures.

To undertake the role of Investigating Officer, and Investigating Manager, including section 42 (Care Act) enquiries and multi-agency working in accordance with Swindon’s multi-agency policies and procedures for safeguarding adults, including gathering and analyzing complex information and associated risks, and making recommendations in relation to Adult Protection Plans.

To represent the council in multi-disciplinary working with health, police and other colleagues, working collaboratively to ensure effective communication/information sharing and to support decision making processes.

To write reports for court hearings and to present evidence in court, including the Court of Protection and High Court.

To ensure that Council corporate and departmental policies and procedures are followed at all times.
To contribute proactively to the effective working of the team with a positive attitude by sharing knowledge, offering advice and support and by preparedness to be involved in the development of services.

To fully engage and prepare for own supervision and appraisal through self-evaluation, ensuring that continual professional development is evidenced.

To be an ambassador for the Council and the department at all times, always representing the Council positively, professionally and appropriately at meetings with people, external partners and agencies.

Please note: This is a long-term temporary position with an immediate start available — perfect for experienced professionals ready to make an impact without delay.

What’s on offer:

• Excellent, competitive pay rates – paid weekly

• Supportive management team with approachable, experienced leaders

• A desirable location with great transport links

• A stable, well-resourced, and encouraging working environment

Why join Semester.co.uk?

• Free ongoing CPD and training opportunities to enhance your skills

• Competitive rates of pay with prompt, reliable payments through our in-house payroll

• Enhanced DBS processing included

• Dedicated, friendly consultant offering tailored support

• Access to a wide range of opportunities in your chosen location

Ready to take the next step?
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