Social Worker (Intensive Social Work Mental Health Team)

Northumberland County Council Jobs; Morpeth; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Free parking

Flexible working

Essential Car User scheme

Electric car charging

Equipment provided

Salary sacrifice

Job sharing

Job summary

Northumberland County Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join the Intensive Social Work Mental Health Team. You will manage your own caseload with supervision and deliver person-centered outcomes under the Care Act, collaborating with AMHPs to promote recovery and independence.

The role requires a Social Work degree, registration with Social Work England, and a valid UK driving licence. The post offers strong professional development, flexible working options, and access to

Qualifications

• Degree in Social Work and registration with Social Work England.
• Completed UK Skills for Care ASYE programme.
• Valid UK driving licence and ability to use a car for work.

Responsibilities

• Managing your own caseload with regular supervision and development.
• Using knowledge of the Care Act and statutory duties to deliver person-centered outcomes.
• Working as part of a multidisciplinary team with AMHPs and other social workers to promote recovery.
• Delivering strengths-based interventions that support independence and wellbeing.

Education

Degree in Social Work

Registered with Social Work England

Tools

Driving Licence

Job description

Northumberland County Council’s (NCC) vision is ‘Land of Great Opportunities’, for current and future generations. We believe there is no better place to live and work.We are excited to offer an opportunity to join our well-established Intensive Social Work Mental Health Team (ISWMHT), a skilled and dynamic service working alongside both our dedicated Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) Service & Inpatient Social Work Team and the Substance and Alcohol Team (SaAT). This is an exciting time to join a team with an experienced workforce, innovative practice, and commitment to improving outcomes for adults experiencing serious mental illness. Our team is made up of knowledgeable and supportive Social Workers and AMHPs who bring a wealth of expertise, creating a collaborative environment where professional development and high-quality practice are actively encouraged.

The ISWMHT provides a countywide service to adults with complex and enduring mental health needs, delivering intensive, assertive outreach and relationship-based social work. We work alongside individuals, families, carers, health colleagues, and partner agencies to promote recovery, manage risk, reduce hospital admissions, and address the wider social determinants that impact mental health and wellbeing.

What you’ll be doing

• Managing your own caseload with regular supervision, support and development from Advanced Social Work Practitioners and your Team Manager.
• Using your knowledge of the Care Act and statutory duties to deliver person-centered outcomes that promote independence and wellbeing.
• Working as part of a supportive multi-disciplinary team alongside experienced Social Workers and AMHPs, with opportunities to develop your career and progress towards AMHP training.
• Delivering strengths-based interventions that make a real difference to vulnerable adults through collaborative working, meaningful engagement and a focus on recovery and independence.

What you’ll bring

• Degree in Social Work & registered with Social Work England
• Successfully completed the UK Skills for Care ASYE programme
• It is an essential requirement of the role that the post holder has a valid UK driving licence and is either a car owner or can use a car for work purposes.
• We are looking for enthusiastic, motivated Social Workers who are passionate about mental health practice and who thrive in a fast-paced, supportive environment.

Benefits and Perks

• 26 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years of service (pro rata for part-time employees)
• Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexi scheme (if applicable) - up to 2 days flexible leave available per month (pro rata for part-time employees)
• Essential Car User scheme
• Free parking in majority of NCC base sites
• Free electrical car charging at County Hall
• Equipment provided including mobile phone and laptop
• Dedicated support from the Adult social care training team
• Commitment to work/life balance offering flexibility through various schemes including job sharing and flexible working arrangements.
• A range of salary sacrifice schemes are available

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