Adult’s Social Worker / Mental Health Team

Ashberry Recruitment; Warrington; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is looking for an Adult’s Social Worker in Warrington. The role involves working within Mental Health, providing high-quality care and support to vulnerable individuals. Candidates must have a social work qualification and registration. The job offers training and development opportunities, a supportive team environment, and various benefits, including a referral bonus.

Benefits

Dedicated experienced Consultant

Friendly compliance team

£250 Referral bonus

Qualifications

• Social Work England registration is required.
• Enhanced and in date DBS certificate.
• Ability to make good decisions based on available information.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personalised assessments and support planning.
• Work within legislation of the Care Act and Mental Health Act.
• Contribute to a multi-agency setup.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work independently and within a team

Competent IT skills

Education

DIPSW or equivalent qualification in Social Work

Job description

Overview

Adult’s Social Worker — Team: Mental Health — Location: Warrington. Here at Warrington, we are committed in how our Social Workers play a fundamental role in the lives of some of the most vulnerable people in our town. We provide Social Workers with the opportunity to use a strength-based approach to deliver high quality care and support to promote positive outcomes for the lives of people of Warrington. Our vision and values are focused on working in partnerships to shape a health and social care system to be proud of; one that’s fit for the future and built to last.

Role details

We are currently looking for an agency Social Worker for an initial 3-month contract on our Mental Health Team, within Adult Social Care Specialist Teams. The teams consist of a Team Manager, a Senior Practitioner, Experienced Social Workers, Social Workers (including ASYE) and Community Care Workers. The teams also have access to administration support.

About the service

The service primarily works with people under the age of 65 years with a diverse range of complex needs including Physical Disability, Mental Health, Learning Disability, Acquired Brain Injury and Autistic Spectrum Conditions. We provide our Social Workers with the opportunity to develop their skills and knowledge through training and professional development with Court of Protection, S42 Adult Safeguarding Enquiries, Continuing Health Care, Best Interest Decisions and Mental Capacity Assessments. You will work within the legislation of the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act and the Mental Health Act to deliver personalised assessments, support planning and reviews to achieve holistic outcomes. We are looking for people with a can-do attitude and in return, as a valued member you will be fully supported with your caseload.

Requirements

Ashberry Recruitment would ask that applicants meet the following:

• DIPSW or equivalent qualification in Social Work
• Social Work England registration
• Enhanced and in date DBS certificate.
• Excellent communication skills and be able to make good decisions based on information available.
• Can work alone and within/contribute to a team/multi-agency set ups
• Possess knowledge of service needs.
• Competent IT skills and be able to navigate electronic file/recording systems.
• Can write clear, concise, and robust assessment/reports/files.
• Have a flexible approach to work and working hours when the need arises

Why Ashberry?

• Dedicated experienced Consultant providing the ultimate support through your job search
• Friendly compliance team to guide you through the registration and placement process
• Provides your essential Enhanced DBS
• £250 Referral bonus