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This role has a starting salary of £39,355 - £42,053 per annum, based on a 36 hour working week.
We are excited to be hiring a new Mental Health Social Worker to join our fantastic Supporting Independence team. The team is based in Woking however, the team is county wide but supports hybrid working. You'll be part of a team that believes in developing you, both professionally and personally, are supportive facing the challenges social care has to offer.
Rewards and Benefits
- 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service
- Annual leave allowance (for bank) or remove for term time
- Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave
- An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing
- Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year
- Paternity, adoption and dependants leave
- A generous local government salary related pension
- Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more
- 2 paid volunteering days plus 1 team volunteering day per year
- Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources
About the Team
At Surrey, we are proud to be leading the way in implementing new ways of working in personalisation and a strength-based approach.
Our goal is for our service-users to be able to be more in control of their care, making informed choices and being active citizens in their community.
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity to join the newly founded Supporting Independence Team as a Mental Health Social Worker. The team complete assessments and reviews for those currently living in residential, supported living and some individuals in the community. This includes completing S117 reviews and understanding the remit of health and social care and people's entitlements under S117 aftercare. We work closely with other agencies such as housing, social care providers, Community Mental Health Teams to ensure we are promoting the persons independence, in line with the Care Act 2014. Many individuals have lived in supported living for many years and have a desire to 'move on' to more independent accommodation and we are able to work intensively with the person to achieve this. We undertake Mental Capacity assessments and S.42 enquiries where required.
We are a small team and members are friendly, cohesive and proud of their record in providing an effective service in the community. We also work closely with Adult Mental Health Social Care teams within Surrey County Council.
Shortlisting Criteria
To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your application will clearly evidence the following:
- Professional qualification in Social Work and current registration with Social Work England
- Successful completion of an Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) programme if qualified as a Social Worker after June 2012
- Experience in Mental Health service, including assessment and risk management skills
- A full driving licence and have use of a vehicle insured for work/business purposes
- A working knowledge of Care Act legislation including experience in preparation of support plans, monitoring and reviewing outcomes
- Commitment to your own professional development, including maintaining up-to-date knowledge of Mental Health issues
Contact us
Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment.
For an informal discussion please contact Caroline Hewlett by email at caroline.hewlett@surreycc.gov.uk or by phone at 07971673277.
The closing date for this advert is 31/03/2024 although applications will be reviewed, and appointments made, on an on-going basis.
We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit.
Our Values
Our values are as important as our abilities and shape who we are as an organisation. Discover more about our values.
Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description. Our Life at Surrey handbook also attached provides insights of the culture at Surrey and how as a valued employee, you can help shape our Council.
Our Commitment
Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where:
- The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application
- The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form
Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.
