Job Overview
The team is based at Hall Court in Telford and provides mental health assessment, treatment and support to people in the area of Telford & Wrekin. As an integral part of the Urgent Care Pathway we work 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, providing care for people experiencing a mental health crisis, requiring extra support alongside their regular network, or who can have the same treatment provided at home that they would receive in a Mental Health Hospital.
Our team includes Band 5 and 6 Nurses, Social Workers, Band 3 Support Workers, Non-Medical Prescribers, Medical Staff, Occupational Therapists, Administrators and Business Support Staff. Working with a wide range of mental health presentations, we require a team with a variety of skills and interests to create a strong and responsive workforce.
We are looking to recruit a Social Worker who will be responsible for the oversight and delivery of planned recovery-focused care in partnership with service users, carers and other professionals.
Main Duties
* Provide specialist assessment and care planning in conjunction with service users and carers.
* Evaluate treatment plans and undertake home treatment.
* Triage and assess referrals received by the service in liaison with multi‑disciplinary colleagues.
* Co‑ordinate the work of the Team.
Working for our organisation
Come and work with us at our award‑winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities. We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug or alcohol problems.
Benefits
MPFT will offer a welcome bonus of 10% of the first year salary—50% on commencement of employment and 50% following 12 months of employment.
Person specification
Qualifications
* First Degree Level qualification / DIPSW Practice.
Experience
* Essential: Experience equivalent to post‑graduate level of practice, delivering and managing care and associated risks in mental health settings.
* Desirable: Experience working effectively in a community mental health setting.
Commitment to inclusivity
We are ‘United in our Uniqueness’ and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.
Administrative notes
Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.
Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.
For further information relating to this vacancy please refer to the attached job description and job specification.
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