Our client Sefton MBC is looking for an Agency Social Worker to join their Adult Mental Health team.
We are seeking a qualified and experienced Social Worker to join our Adult Mental Health service. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in supporting individuals with severe and enduring mental illness, including those with a dual diagnosis.
You will need a solid understanding of the legal frameworks that underpin adult mental health practice, including (but not limited to) the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, Human Rights legislation, and Equal Opportunities.
Experience of working within a Community Mental Health Team is essential, along with an appreciation of the benefits of being co-located with health partners and working as part of an integrated multi-disciplinary team.
Key requirements include:
- Strong time-management skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Experience completing Care Act assessments, determining eligibility, and working within brokerage processes to ensure best value
- A person-centred, holistic approach to practice, with an understanding of the impact severe mental illness can have on individuals and their families/carers
- Ability to complete tribunal/hearing reports, contribute to Court of Protection processes, and undertake Section 42 safeguarding enquiries
- Be office based for the induction period then a minimum of two days a week office presence.
- The suitable candidate will be computer-literate and confident using a range of operating systems and electronic recording systems.
- The suitable candidate will have a sound working knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act and be confident in undertaking robust capacity assessments.
Benefits of working with Remedy
- A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant.
- Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs
- Referral bonus - up to £250* per person placed.
- Double payrolls each week.
*Terms & Conditions apply
You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions.
Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit.
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