We’re looking for dedicated professionals to join our Mental Health Specialist Social Work Team as a Hospital Discharge Senior Social Worker. You will be working as a Senior Social Worker in a friendly and supportive team within the wider Adult Mental Health Social Work Service, providing Social Work services to adults known to secondary mental health services.
Social workers have a crucial part to play in improving mental health outcomes for Hillingdon residents. You will be working in partnership with residents, families and carers, as well as other professionals, to optimise involvement and provide collaborative solutions. You will need to use all your Social Work skills, knowledge and values to engage with people in creative ways, to find out what matters to individuals and to promote their recovery and independence.
We support people to live in the community and work with families and local communities, which is central to our approach, as we know this achieves the best outcomes for people. Developing a whole-system response with our key partners is critical to providing good quality care and outcome focused solutions to delivering the right support.
We appreciate the very specific skills, knowledge and experience that Mental Health Social Work bring. In recognition of this, we expect all Mental Health Social Workers to work towards training to be an AMHP. We offer a competitive starting salary, access to monthly support, supervision and manageable caseloads. Within the wider service we also offer Social Workers many CPD opportunities.
About You
We're looking for a Senior Social Worker who is dedicated to making a difference in people's lives. Strong Social Work values, flexibility, with a ‘can do’ approach and professional high standards which are essential, and will have the ability to robustly advocate for people’s human rights.
We are seeking individuals who are genuinely committed to making a positive impact and doing what is right.
Benefits
* Flexible Working Hours – We recognise the importance of flexibility in managing your work and personal life.
* 36 Hour Week – Enjoy a standard 36-hour workweek for all full time staff.
* Generous Holiday Entitlement – increasing with length of service (for non-casual roles).
* Hillingdon Sports & Leisure – Stay active and healthy with discounts at council owned leisure centres and swimming pools across the borough.
* Salary Sacrifice Schemes – option to join schemes for cycle purchase, electric vehicle leasing and additional voluntary pension contributions (subject to scheme rules).
* Cycle to Work – Eco-friendly commuting with our cycle purchase scheme. We also provide bicycle parking, lockers, and showers at the Civic Centre.
* Local Government Pension Scheme – access to Local Government Pension Scheme and membership to the Credit Union.
* Vivup Benefits – Access a variety of offers and discounts through our Vivup Benefits.
* Mental Health Support and Counselling Services – Our mental health first aiders are trained to identify, understand, and help employees experiencing mental health issues. Access free 24-hour confidential advice and counselling as well as a legal advice service for you and your immediate family.
* Travel Support – Make your daily commute easier with our season ticket loans and free car parking.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement
At the London Borough of Hillingdon, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. This commitment means that all employees, job applicants and others who work for us will be treated fairly.
The aim is for our workforce to be representative of all sections of society and Hillingdon residents so we welcome applicants from a wide variety of backgrounds. We strive to ensure that our recruitment process is free from discrimination and bias, and we are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments to applicants with disabilities.
Recruitment Information
Hillingdon Council operates a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities that meet the essential criteria for the role and wish to be considered under this scheme. We believe in the option to choose, so candidates declaring a disability have the choice to opt in for consideration under this scheme, on a ‘per application’ basis.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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