This post includes a £3,000 market supplement in addition to the listed salary. A further AMHP allowance of £2800 will be paid in addition to the salary and market supplement, if applicable.
We are seeking a registered Social Worker to join our multi-disciplinary Community Mental Health team in the Links Community Mental Health team, Adamsdown, Cardiff.
Working within Adult Services in a multi-disciplinary Community Mental Health Team offers practitioners diverse, fast paced and interesting work as you would expect in a capital city. The Links Centre is situated in the heart of a multi-cultural community and is a large, dynamic team dealing with individuals presenting with a wide range of mental health conditions, their carers and families.
About the job
This is a permanent position in a part-time post of 37 hours per week.
You will need to have a Degree in Social Work or equivalent. A comprehensive understanding of the relevant legislation is essential along with experience of working with people with mental health difficulties.
Previous experience of working within a mental health setting is preferable but not essential. Ideally you will be an Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) for which an AMHP payment is applicable or be willing to undertake training for the AMHP role as part of your continuing professional development.
You will need to have experience at assessing needs under the Social Services and Well-Being Act 2014 and have experience of Care and Treatment planning in Mental Health Services. In addition you need to have experience in undertaking risk assessments and developing associated care plans and risk management plans.
You should be prepared to undertake appropriate training and be able to work under pressure.
What We Are Looking For From You
We are looking for people who are committed to putting our citizens at the heart of the work we do and who want to work in a fast paced dynamic and diverse area of work.
You will be a qualified Social Worker and be registered with Social Care Wales.
You will be confident at assessing the needs of citizens and their carers and be familiar with the requirements of the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014 and the Mental Health (Wales) Measure 2010.
You will also be able to undertake risk assessments and develop associated care plans and risk management plans.
You will be able to practice from a strength based perspective.
You will be committed to undertaking training to assist with your professional development and be able to work under pressure.
You will want to work in the capital city of Wales in services where we support each other and work together with other colleagues, professionals and organisations.
A full valid driving licence and the use of a car during working hours are required.
Additional information
With effect from the 1 st April 2021 this post attracts a market supplement of £3000 per annum full time equivalent. This payment is reviewed on a 12 monthly basis. A further AMHP allowance of £2800 will be paid in addition to the salary and market supplement, if applicable.
This post has a requirement for registration with Social Care Wales.
This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced check.
This post is suitable for job share.
Safeguarding and Child Protection are key priorities for the Council.
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