Social Worker

Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust

Are you a Social Worker who has a passion for working with older people? Do you have an interest in mental health? If so, consider applying to work at Salford Older Adults Community Mental Health Team. This is a part-time position requiring a professional Social Work qualification and registration with Social Work England. This permanent role offers flexible working hours, Monday to Friday for 19.73 hours per week. It is open to both recently qualified and experienced social workers seeking a better work/life balance.

Please note that the Qualified Social Worker scale 3C - 4B (*AMHP Status) is £36,124 - *£45,718. You will be supported by our CMHT colleagues to develop your skills and experience within the field of mental health review and commissioning. Regular line management, clinical supervision, and peer supervision will be provided. We also offer opportunities for CPD tailored to individual needs and interests. Staff wellbeing is important at Salford Older Adults CMHT, and we provide regular peer support groups, reflective practice groups, mindfulness, and other team activities.

Main duties of the job

You will be reviewing care and support needs for older adults with a range of mental health difficulties. This role involves support planning and reviewing packages of care to identify and manage needs and associated risks, promoting rights and well-being. You will compile detailed and accurate support plans and other relevant documentation in accordance with the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act (2005), and Mental Health Act (1983). Working within a multi-disciplinary team will provide opportunities for collaboration and interagency working. You will operate within a clear professional structure, supported by the Advanced Practitioner for Social Work, and will receive a full range of mandatory training and CPD opportunities.

About us

Salford Care Organisation is part of the Northern Care Alliance, one of the largest NHS organisations in the country. We are committed to supporting the recruitment and retention of our staff. The Trust recognizes that many experienced Mental Health staff are likely employed by local government organizations, and to ensure clarity over terms and conditions of employment, we offer NJC Pay Scales rather than NHS pay-scales.

Job responsibilities

For more information about the advertised role and the main job duties/responsibilities, please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk.

Person Specification

• Possession of a recognised Social Work qualification; Degree, CQSW, CSS, Dip SW or equivalent.
• You must hold a current registration with Social Work England.
• You must hold a full, current and valid driving licence and have a vehicle with a current valid MOT certificate. Adequate vehicle insurance cover is also required.
• To undertake social work functions in accordance with legislation, policies, procedures, and best practices (i.e., Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, Mental Health Act, Equality Act).
• To complete strength-based assessments, identify the need and urgency of situations, and implement actions to meet needs and minimize risks while balancing people's rights.
• To effectively safeguard vulnerable adults and carry out Section 42 enquiries.
• To be accountable for your own workload by prioritizing and monitoring it, completing timely assessments and support planning.
• To develop effective working relationships with clients, their carers/families, and other professionals/colleagues.
• To have a clear understanding of the social work role and work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.
• To maintain accurate, complete, accessible, and up-to-date records and reports that meet legal and policy frameworks, using appropriate IT systems and software.
• To keep your knowledge of legal, policy, and procedural frameworks and social work models and methods up to date to improve your practice and contribute to team development.
• To support less experienced staff and mentor new staff and/or students across Adult Health and Social Care Services.
• To engage in supervision as a tool to help manage your workload and improve practice.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and a submission for Disclosure will be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust

£36,124 to £45,718 a year Pro Rata Per Annum