SWRK 4357 - G3 Social Worker (Mental Health) (605233) - 4357-454904919

Location: Newmains Health Centre, Lanark

Hours: 35 per week, permanent

Salary: £42,228 - £48,633 per year

Actual closing date: Applications must be received by 5 May 2026 at 11:55 pm

Overview: The post is required to assist with the CMHT to meet the statutory requirements of the Local Authority in relation to the Mental Health (Care and Treatment) (Scotland) Act 2003, Adults Support and Protection (Scotland) Act 2007 and the Adults with Incapacity (Scotland) Act 2000. The role will involve managing high tariff cases under the Mental Health (Care and Treatment) (Scotland) Act 2003, both civil and forensic cases, AWI and Adult Support and Protection legislation. This can include individuals who require a protection plan and effective case management under statutory legislation.

Responsibilities: The post will require an individual with a range of knowledge and skills to enable them to manage a complex caseload. They will work with adults and older people with complex mental health issues and young adults with a mental health diagnosis transitioning from children and adolescent services to adult services, and have an understanding of the relevant legislation and how this can be applied to the benefit of the client group. The post will include the completion of new assessments of need, and developing care plans which encourage service users’ participation in their care, while encouraging independence and self‑development. The post holder will work within a Multi‑Disciplinary Team, collaborating with different disciplines and agencies to achieve the best outcomes for service users, and will be required to keep and maintain accurate records, ensuring that others are fully aware of clients’ current circumstances, emerging needs and support plans.

Legal and Equality Statements: This post is excepted in terms of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 2003. This post is considered Regulated Work with adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Therefore, it is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with adults. Preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme, or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check, prior to a formal offer of employment being made. Overseas Criminal Records Check is required where applicants born outside the UK or who have lived or worked outside the UK for a continuous period of three months in the past 10 years. Applicants must provide evidence of the Overseas Criminal Record Check, translated into English and including an official statement confirming no history of or pending criminal record proceedings.

Equal Opportunities and Inclusion: The Council is committed to fostering equality, diversity and inclusion in its workforce. We welcome applications from all sectors of the community, including under‑represented groups within our workforce. We are keen to receive applications from candidates who have a disability, who are from a care‑experienced background, who are from a black, Asian or minority ethnic background, from a military service background and from those who are new Scots. As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria as outlined in the job profile for this position. As proud holders of the UK Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award, the Council is also committed to supporting members of the armed forces community, including service leavers, veterans, reservists and their families. Service leavers, their close family members, veterans and reservists will be guaranteed an interview if they meet the essential criteria as outlined in the job profile.

Benefits: Enrolment in award‑winning local government pension scheme, Option to join the Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC scheme to increase the value of the pension pot, Up to 33 days annual leave, Public holiday entitlement (up to 10 days), Occupational sick pay, Family friendly policies – flexible working and leave, maternity/paternity leave, enhanced leave, Employee discounts – including at the cinema, Range of benefits to support you (Cycle to Work Scheme, Physiotherapy, Employee Assistance Program offering practical and emotional support).