SWRK 2036 - G3 Mental Health Officer (605234) - 2036-409765476

South Lanarkshire Council; Rutherglen; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in Scotland is seeking a qualified Social Worker/Mental Health Officer to provide professional services within a multidisciplinary mental health team. This permanent, full-time role focuses on assessment and care management for adults with mental health needs and requires excellent communication skills and a strong understanding of relevant legislation. The salary ranges from £50,622 to £51,370 annually.

Qualifications

• Hold a valid Social Worker qualification and Mental Health Officer qualification.
• Experience working with individuals and families affected by severe mental illness.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment and care management services for adults with mental illness.
• Fulfill statutory duties and undertake casework involving partnerships.
• Respond to safeguarding concerns and carry out duties under relevant mental health legislation.

Skills

Assessment skills

Care management

Communication skills

Knowledge of mental health legislation

Teamwork

Education

Social Worker qualification

Mental Health Officer qualification

Job description

INTERNAL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY VIA OPPORTUNITY MARKETPLACE AND COMPLETE THEIR SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS EITHER VIA THE ME TAB ON FUSION PRIOR TO STARTING THE APPLICATION FORM OR BY CLICKING ON THE LINK IN THE SECTION TITLED “REVIEW SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS”.

Please note that this is a re-advertisement; previous applicants need not re-apply. Applicants must hold a Social Worker qualification and a Mental Health Officer qualification to be eligible to apply for this post.

We are recruiting for a Social Worker/Mental Health Officer position within the Rutherglen/Cambuslang CMHT to provide a professional service to our client group. We welcome applications from enthusiastic, confident individuals eager to work in a multidisciplinary mental health team.

We encourage applications from qualified MHOs and MHO trainees who will be qualified within 2 months of applying. You must be fully qualified before starting the post.

You will work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team supporting adults with mental illness, aiming to make a positive community impact. Your responsibilities include providing assessment and care management services, fulfilling statutory duties, undertaking casework involving partnership working, and offering professional advice and guidance to individuals, families, and groups within the community.

Experience working with individuals and families affected by severe and enduring mental illness is desirable. Knowledge of relevant mental health legislation is also relevant. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential for preparing reports and case notes of high standard. You should demonstrate the ability to relate to people, gain trust, and handle sensitive situations with tact, patience, and understanding. Your role involves responding to safeguarding concerns and carrying out statutory duties under legislation such as the Adult Support and Protection (Scotland) Act 2007.

This role also involves duties as an MHO, including work related to the Mental Health (Care and Treatment) (Scotland) Act 2003, the Criminal Procedures (Scotland) Act 1995, and the Adults with Incapacity (Scotland) Act 2000.

Participation in the Day and ESWS Out of Hours MHO Rotas is required.

Hours: 35 hours per week

Vacancy: Permanent

Salary: £50,622 - £51,370

View the Social Worker (Mental Health Officer) job profile at this link.

Application instructions:

• Study the job profile and detail your experience in assessment and care management, including statutory duties such as child protection, adult support and protection, or criminal justice.

Please summarize your previous experience in social work, describe how you remain flexible with competing demands, provide an example of teamwork in a social work environment, and explain how you would challenge a medical opinion regarding detention under the mental health act.

Application process: Apply online. All correspondence will be via email. We do not accept CVs; any submitted will be disregarded. Additional supporting documents can be uploaded.

Preferred candidates may need to assist with recruitment checks to ensure timely completion. Failure to complete these checks within a reasonable timeframe may result in withdrawal from the process.

Canvassing Elected Members or employees of South Lanarkshire Council in connection with this appointment will disqualify the applicant.

Legislative Information:

This post is excepted from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 2003 and is a regulated role under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. It is an offence to apply if barred from working with adults. Candidates will need to join or update the PVG Scheme before employment.

For more information, visit this link.

Foreign Police Check: Provide details of employment gaps and a foreign police check if applicable.

Equal Opportunities and Armed Forces Community Covenant:

South Lanarkshire Council is an Equal Opportunities employer, guarantees interviews for disabled applicants meeting minimum requirements, and supports veterans and their families under the Armed Forces Community Covenant. More information is available at this link.