Social Worker Level 2 And Amhp

Core Team West – Drury Lane Health & Wellbeing Centre, Wakefield. We're seeking a Senior Social Worker (Grade 10)/AMHP (Grade 11) to enhance our community mental health support for working-age adults.

What will be expected from me? 

You will be responsible for a complex but manageable caseload, assist the Team Manager in providing support to other members of the team, supervising student Social Workers and other employees as required. This position is full-time, supporting individuals across the East of the Wakefield District. Your role will involve assessments, support planning, and service commissioning. As a qualified Social Worker, you'll empower individuals to live independently, requiring expertise in mental health, strong communication, and knowledge of relevant legislation.

What I might be doing? 

• You will manage a complex workload with the support of senior colleagues in accordance with the directorate and other agency policies and procedures, applying a multi-discipline approach.
• Your responsibilities will include planned interventions, assessments, and developing person-centred care plans.
• You will undertake planned interventions, as required, across a range of statutory casework.
• You will ensure that, where appropriate, effective, and efficient enforcement action is taken.
• You will promote and develop collaborative working with allied health and social care professionals.
• You will prepare a range of reports on clients, as appropriate, in accordance with policies and procedures.

Essential requirements:

• Degree in Social Work, or relevant Social Work qualifications recognised by the Central Council for Education & Training in Social Work/Registration with SWE
• Evidence of successful completion of post qualifying award or training
  Evidence of maintaining skill and knowledge base in professional field through post qualifying training or other opportunities
• Ability to develop and sustain effective working relationships with service users, carers, and groups.
• Excellent communication and engagement skills with a commitment to improving service delivery.
• Experience in the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and Mental Health Act 1983 is essential.
   

Why Wakefield Council?

• We are a leading Council for best practice and an employer of choice for individuals seeking a rewarding role and career.
• We offer a flexible full-time/part-time working pattern. 
• 31 days of Holidays plus 8 Bank Holidays. *pro-rata if part-time role
• Support and access to high-quality training offers to help progress your career to the next level.
• We are committed to supporting the wellbeing of our staff and we recognise that resilient Team need a good work/life balance as well as supportive leadership and support in the workplace.
• Access to a range of employee support products.
• Discounted and subsidised public transport (Arriva Bus Annual Travel Ticket, Northern Trains Limited (NTL), MetroCard).
• The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Great range of benefits including discounted membership to our excellent leisure facilities with free 12 weeks exercise program with a dedicated personal trainer, discounts for a range of retail, entertainment, health and leisure providers, cycle to work scheme and many more.

Join us in making a meaningful impact on mental health care. If you require further information please do not hesitate to contact Melanie Varley on 07501392720

Want to Know More?

If you would like to know more about the role, the recruitment process or working for Wakefield Council feel free to contact Jake Harris.

Tel: 01924 307798

E-mail: ASCRecruitment@wakefield.gov.uk

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Safeguarding

Wakefield Council is wholly committed to ensuring children and vulnerable adults are fully supported and safe. We are dedicated to the safeguarding of all children and vulnerable adults whilst promoting their welfare. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this responsibility.

DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service)

The successful applicant will be required to complete a Disclosure Application Form and to provide criminal conviction information.

Fluency Duty

This post is subject to the Fluency Duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016. The post-holder is required to demonstrate an appropriate level of fluency under the duty as detailed within the job specification for the post. 

Probation

In accordance with the Council Probation Procedure this post is subject to a 6-month Probationary Period.

Diversity

Having a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve helps us to achieve the best outcomes for all. We encourage applications from everyone and actively seek to ensure that everyone feels included in the workplace so that we can make the most of our differences.

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