Social Work - Adult Mental Health

North East Jobs; Darlington; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Darlington Borough Council seeks a dedicated social worker for its Mental Health Team. You will support residents in achieving independence, working closely with a multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive social work services. With ample benefits including 32 days leave, flexible working, and a supportive environment, this role is invaluable for those eager to make a difference.

Benefits

32 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexi-time scheme

Generous maternity, paternity, adoption leave

Employee benefit app

Wellbeing initiatives

Cycle to Work Scheme

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Demonstrable assessment and care management skills.
• Commitment to strength-based practice.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Providing social work services to adults with complex mental health needs.
• Completing Mental Health Act referrals and working towards AMHP qualification.

Skills

Assessment skills

Care management

Strength-based practice

Education

Social Work Qualification

Job description

PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY

DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL DO NOT OFFER VISA SPONSORSHIP

Darlington Borough Council have recently been inspected by CQC and have been rated Good.

We are offering a permanent full-time position in the Mental Health Team. A market supplement of £2,500 per annum (pro-rata for part-time hours) is in operation for AMHPs and will be payable in monthly installments, additional to your basic pay. This has been agreed until 31.12.2025 but may be reviewed before then.

We are currently seeking a social worker to join us in supporting the residents of Darlington to be as independent and healthy as possible. You will work as part of a cohesive team of social workers and support workers under the guidance of an experienced team manager and senior practitioners. The team performs two main functions:

1. A casework element, providing social work services to adults aged 18+ with complex mental health needs in Darlington, working proactively with service users, their families, carers, and other relevant professionals.
2. Screen and complete Mental Health Act referrals; you will be expected to work towards qualification as an AMHP if you are not already qualified.

We welcome applications from both newly qualified and experienced social workers who are committed to strength-based practice, focusing on enabling individuals to build on their own networks and strengths to meet their needs. You should have demonstrable assessment and care management skills, along with the drive and passion to make a difference in a dynamic and fast-paced team. You will work as part of the multidisciplinary team (MDT) in a co-located environment.

The benefits of working at Darlington Borough Council extend beyond salary, including:

• 32 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional leave (pro-rata for part-time).
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme with optional Additional Voluntary Contributions.
• Flexi-time scheme and flexible working arrangements.
• Generous maternity, paternity, and adoption leave schemes.
• Staff equality forums and other support networks.
• Green Car Leasing Scheme and access to a wide range of training, learning, and development opportunities.
• Physiotherapy and confidential counselling services.
• Wellbeing initiatives, Cycle to Work Scheme, and discounts at Dolphin Centre Fit for Life and other retailers.
• Vivup employee benefit app and Lifestyle Savings, Arriva Employee Travel Club.

For more details on our benefits, please visit our Why work for us webpage, which includes our Total Reward Booklet and Employee Benefit Video.

Learn more about us and our team by visiting our Jobs and Careers homepage.

For detailed information about this role, please see the Job Description and Person Specification.

For an informal discussion, please contact Julie Wheatley, Team Manager, Adult Mental Health Team, at 01325 552325.

This position requires a satisfactory Enhanced DBS disclosure and Adults Barred List check.

All applicant email correspondence will come from [e-mail] and may be directed to your Junk folder. Please check both your email and Junk folder for notifications about your application.

If you experience difficulties applying via North East Jobs, please contact the HR Team at 01325 403217 or [e-mail] for assistance.