Qualified Social Worker- Older People Mental Health Team
An exciting opportunity has become available for a Social Worker to join an Older People's Community Mental Health Team within Adult Social Care.
You'll be working with older adults experiencing complex mental health needs, providing person-centred support in the community to promote independence, recovery, and well-being.
Benefits:
- Flexible Hybrid Working
- Dedicated Consultant
- CPD & Training
- Multiple Payroll Runs
- Exclusive Job Alerts
- Referral Bonus - earn up to £300 when you refer a colleague (T&Cs apply)
Responsibilities:
- Carry out assessments, care planning, and risk management for older adults with mental health needs
- Work closely with community mental health professionals, families, and carers
- Support service users with dementia, depression, psychosis, and other age-related mental health conditions
- Apply relevant legislation including the Care Act, Mental Health Act, and Mental Capacity Act
- Promote strengths-based, recovery-focused practice
- Contribute to safeguarding, crisis intervention, and multi-agency reviews
To be considered for the role, ideally you have:
- BSc in Social Work (or equivalent)
- Social Work England registration
- Experience in adult mental health or older people's services
- A strong understanding of the relevant mental health legislation and frameworks
- Ability to manage a varied caseload and work autonomously
Ready to join a supportive and specialist mental health team?
Apply today or contact Lynne Thomson for more details at 0330 0248 775.
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