At a Glance
- Tasks: Support adults with mental health needs and promote recovery through strength-based practice.
- Company: Join the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead, a forward-thinking council dedicated to high-quality social care.
- Benefits: Enjoy 32 days annual leave, flexible working, and a generous pension scheme.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while developing your skills in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Degree in Social Work and registration with Social Work England required.
The predicted salary is between 40192 - 44012 £ per year.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Social Worker to join our Mental Wellbeing Service! This is a full-time, permanent role with hybrid working, and a salary of £40,192 - £44,012 per annum, plus an annual retention bonus of £3,000 subject to eligibility.
The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead (RBWM) is located within the wider county of Berkshire, one of the most economically productive and innovative areas in the country. The Borough Council takes pride in its exceptional team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about delivering high-quality, rights-based social care. With strong partnerships across health and social care, including our Mental Health Trust, this is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic Social Worker who wishes to practise specialist mental health social work within a supportive and forward-thinking service.
As a Mental Health Social Worker, you will play a vital statutory role in supporting adults with mental health needs, promoting recovery, strength-based practice and safeguarding rights. You will work with people in their own homes, hospital settings, supported care environments, contributing to integrated pathways across primary and secondary mental health services.
Your role will involve:
- Undertake statutory social work interventions for adults with mental health needs, including Care Act assessments, reviews, safeguarding enquiries, mental capacity assessments, support planning and Section 117 aftercare responsibilities.
- Support individuals with complex mental health needs, applying professional judgement, legal literacy and strengths-based practice to promote recovery, wellbeing, independence and least restrictive outcomes.
- Assess and manage risk, working confidently with safeguarding concerns, vulnerability, self-neglect, mental health crises and complex decision-making.
- Work collaboratively with individuals, carers and partner agencies, building effective relationships across health, housing, voluntary sector and statutory services to coordinate care and achieve positive outcomes.
- Promote social work values and continuous improvement, advocating for people's rights and voices whilst contributing to a culture of reflective practice, professional curiosity, learning and service development.
What we are looking for:
- An enthusiastic and committed Social Worker who is passionate about supporting adults.
- A Degree in Social Work and registration with Social Work England.
- A strong understanding of adult safeguarding procedures and legislation (e.g., Care Act 2014).
- A commitment to continuous learning, reflective practice and professional development.
Applications are welcomed from experienced Social Workers and ASYE Social Workers with a strong interest in developing specialist knowledge and skills in mental health social work.
In return, we offer a supportive and progressive working environment where social work is valued and professional development is actively encouraged:
- 32 days annual leave.
- Payment of Social Work England registration renewal fees.
- Free employee parking close to the offices.
- Flexible working including a hybrid working pattern for a better work-life balance.
- Generous Local Government Pension scheme includes life cover (3 times of annual salary); and an Additional Voluntary Contribution (AVC) scheme to enhance your pension provision.
- Employee Assistance Programme providing counselling, advice and information.
- Access to discounts and deals with hundreds of retailers, including discounted gym memberships and travel deals.
RBWM values a collaborative and inclusive work environment, fostering creativity and innovation in all aspects of its operations. As an equal opportunities’ employer, we encourage applications from all as we believe diverse talent makes us stronger.
Please note: This is a statutory social work role within Adult Social Care. Applicants should be able to demonstrate knowledge and practical application of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005 and adult safeguarding legislation.
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