Mental Health Social Worker

Islington Council; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate Mental Health Social Workers to join their Intensive Team in London. This role involves undertaking statutory work and managing a diverse caseload, allowing you to enhance your assessment skills in mental health. The council is committed to fostering an inclusive environment and offers a range of benefits including flexible working arrangements, generous leave, and professional development opportunities. If you are dedicated to making a difference in the community and thrive in a collaborative setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Up to 31 days leave per year

Flexible working arrangements

Learning and development opportunities

Competitive pay

Local government pension scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted gym memberships

Local discounts from restaurants and shops

Qualifications

• Experience in mental health assessment and statutory work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse individuals.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload across all ages and mental health needs.
• Develop assessment skills and work towards AMHP qualification.

Skills

Mental Health Assessment

Communication Skills

Statutory Work

Collaboration

Education

Social Work Qualification

AMHP Qualification

Job description

About The Role

We are looking for two Mental Health Social Workers to join our Intensive Team, undertaking statutory work on behalf of LBI and working closely with the Trust. You will hold a caseload, across all ages and mental health needs. You will develop your assessment skills in mental health and have the potential to work towards the AMHP qualification (if not already have). You will have the ability to work with individuals with a wide range of needs, able to communicate clearly, using different styles and methods.

For further information or for an informal conversation about the post, please contact:

Bev Latania - [e-mail]

Working for the team, service and our organisation

Islington is a place rich with diversity and culture. As a council our sense of purpose couldn’t be clearer: we serve. It’s in the logo. We are committed to challenging inequality in the borough and as one of the largest employers we know that to look after the place and the planet, we have to look after our people. Together we can change the future.

We are determined to create a more equal Islington, where everyone who lives here has an equal chance to thrive.

To do this, everyone who works at Islington Council lives by a set of values which guide us in everything that we do: collaborative, ambitious, resourceful, and empowering. They spell out ‘CARE’, which is what we think public service is all about.

Our offer to you

We are committed to challenging inequality in the borough and as one of the largest employers we know that to look after the place and the planet, we have to look after our people. Our staff benefits include:

• Up to 31 days leave per year, increasing to 36 days after five years of local government service
• A range of flexible working arrangements to maintain a healthy work-life balance, as well as a 35-hour working week
• Learning and development opportunities to maximise your potential
• Competitive pay and a commitment to paying all staff the London Living Wage at minimum
• Excellent local government pension scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym memberships
• Local discounts from restaurants, shops, health and beauty therapists, and more!

Recruitment information

It is the policy of Islington Council that no user of service, present or future employee or job applicant receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of their sex, perceived or actual sexual orientation, marital status, race, religion or belief, age, creed, colour, nationality, national origin, ethnic origin, or disability, or on the grounds of their association with someone in one of these groups; nor is disadvantaged by any conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justified. We welcome applications from Black and Minority Ethnic candidates and acknowledge our responsibility to mitigate against racial discrimination.

Islington Council operates a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria and we are committed to providing support to applicants who request reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process and throughout their career with us.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff, and volunteers to share this commitment. Some posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check with children/adult barred list, Social Work England/HCPC registration, qualifications check and 5 years referencing.

Please note: Priority will be given to those at risk of redundancy within Islington Council. Current employees who are part of the redeployment pool must meet the essential criteria for shortlisting to be prioritised.