Job Description
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 .
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