Social Worker - Recovery & Mental Health (Flexible Work)

The City of Edinburgh Council; Easter Howgate; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee benefits

Job summary

The City of Edinburgh Council is seeking a Social Worker to join the Residential Rehab and Recovery Team at Woodlands House, Astley Ainsley Hospital, Edinburgh. You will support adults with alcohol and/or drug use to access Residential Rehab, working across Recovery Pathway and with partner agencies to deliver coordinated care.

Experience in Mental Health and Substance Use Services and knowledge of Adult with Incapacity/Adult Support and Protection are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in Mental Health and Substance Use Services.
• Knowledge of Adult with Incapacity and Adult Support and Protection.
• Experience in managing others in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Work across the Recovery Pathway including Residential Rehab, ARBD and EdMac.
• Provide harm reduction input and advocate for those affected by stigma.
• Present information sessions for those seeking residential rehab and professional groups.

Skills

Mental Health experience

Substance Use Services

Adult with Incapacity

Adult Support and Protection

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Job description

The City of Edinburgh Council is seeking a Social Worker to join the Residential Rehab and Recovery Team at Woodlands House, Astley Ainsley Hospital, Edinburgh. You will support adults with alcohol and/or drug use to access Residential Rehab, working across Recovery Pathway and with partner agencies to deliver coordinated care.

Experience in Mental Health and Substance Use Services and knowledge of Adult with Incapacity/Adult Support and Protection are essential.