JOB-20240819-db742659 Job Title: Senior Social Worker - Community Mental Health Team Specialism: Community Mental Health Location: Dudley, UK Salary: £31.97 per hour Type: Full time, 3-month locum contract Are you ready to make a meaningful impact on the lives of others while advancing your career? We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Social Worker to join the Community Mental Health Team in Dudley. As part of this dynamic team, you will support adults and carers using a strength-based and enabling approach to enhance community development and foster independence. Perks and Benefits: Locum Advantage : Working as a locum offers flexibility and variety, allowing you to broaden your experience while choosing assignments that fit your lifestyle. Competitive Pay : Earn a competitive hourly rate and enjoy financial benefits that come with working locum positions. Professional Development : Access continuous professional growth opportunities to hone your skills and advance your career. Networking Opportunities : Engage with a wide range of professionals and expand your professional network in the health and social care sector. Work-Life Balance : Enjoy a role that offers improved balance and scheduling to suit your personal life. What You Will Do: Provide leadership and professional guidance to colleagues, acting as a role model for best practices and reflective practice. Work collaboratively with adults and carers to create and implement support plans that promote independence and allow individuals to be valued community members. Lead safeguarding enquiries and make vital threshold decisions concerning safeguarding concerns. Supervise and mentor junior staff, social work trainees, and students, helping them develop their skills and reach appropriate professional decisions. Chair and facilitate planning and review meetings, working closely with the Assistant Team Manager/Team Manager to ensure optimal service delivery. Contribute to community resource development and identify local resources that enhance outcomes for service users. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legislation and policies affecting adult social care, ensuring that legal and ethical standards are met. Participate actively in a busy duty system, making decisions to deputise for team leaders as necessary. Dudley is a vibrant and welcoming place, rich in history and community spirit. Enjoy a fulfilling work environment where you can make a real difference, surrounded by scenic landscapes and a variety of cultural and recreational amenities. Join us in Dudley, where every day offers new adventures and opportunities to grow professionally and personally. Working with Sanctuary Personnel: Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an 'Excellent' rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience. Apply now to join the Community Mental Health Team in Dudley and take the next step in your career with Sanctuary Personnel.