Social Worker - Adults Mental Health Team - Stockport - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Stockport; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a qualified Mental Health Social Worker for a full-time position in Stockport. This role offers flexible hybrid working and a competitive pay rate of £30 per hour. Responsibilities include conducting Care Act assessments and collaborating with health professionals to provide support for service users. Suitable candidates will have experience in mental health social work and knowledge of the Mental Health Act.

Benefits

Hybrid working flexibility

Career progression opportunities

Access to training and development

Networking opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in mental health social work.
• Knowledge of the Mental Health Act.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive Care Act assessments and support planning.
• Draft social circumstance reports under the Care Act 2014.
• Carry out safeguarding enquiries with a strengths-based approach.

Skills

Conducting mental capacity assessments

Care Act assessments

Risk assessments

Collaboration with health professionals

Job description

Social Worker - Adults Multi-Disciplinary Team

Social Worker – Adults Mental Health Team

Locum Social Worker – Adults Mental Health Team in Stockport, UK, earning £30 per hour. This is an ongoing full-time position that offers a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Mental Health Social Worker. Engage with us for a role that combines satisfying work with great flexibility, including the option for hybrid working up to two days per week allowing you to balance fieldwork and home comforts.

Benefits

• Hybrid Working: Enjoy the flexibility of working from the comfort of your home two days a week, while ensuring your presence in the office for mandatory meetings and community visits when required.
• Hourly Salary: With an attractive £30 per hour remuneration, you can enjoy financial peace of mind while undertaking meaningful work.
• Career Progression: Embark on a career path with opportunities for skill enhancement and professional growth, all while being part of a supportive team.
• Training Opportunities: Access regular training to enhance your skills and professional development.
• Networking: Connect with health colleagues and gain commissioning experience, broadening your professional horizons.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive Care Act assessments, support planning, and risk assessments.
• Work under the Care Act 2014, performing mental capacity assessments and drafting social circumstance reports.
• Collaborate effectively within a well-established team, maintaining close working relationships with the community mental health team and other health professionals.
• Operate independently when necessary, showcasing your proficiency in mental health social work and your knowledge of the Mental Health Act.
• Carry out safeguarding enquiries, working in a strengths‑based approach to support individuals.

This role demands skill in facilitating Care Act assessments and utilises your knowledge of mental health to enhance support planning and risk management. You’ll thrive in an environment that values collaboration with community mental health teams and other professionals. Your expertise will be pivotal in safeguarding and in promoting the autonomy and well‑being of service users.

Join our team at Stockport Council, where we prioritise employee well‑being and provide regular formal and informal supervision. Dive into the opportunities we offer for career advancement, such as training and the chance to earn credentials like the Practice Educator or AMHP qualification. We are proud participants in the Good Employment Charter, where our commitment to paying the real living wage and supporting fair and flexible working conditions has been recognised.

Stockport is an inviting and lively location, offering the perfect blend of urban excitement and scenic beauty. It’s a place abundant with cultural landmarks, local parks, and friendly communities, making it a wonderful place to settle and flourish both professionally and personally. Join us, and experience the vigour of Stockport living.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel

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