Overview
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A unique and exciting opportunity has become available for a full-time Qualified Social Worker to work within the Caithness Community Mental Health Team, to carry out complex case work and ensure statutory responsibilities are met as delineated by legislation.
A driving licence is essential, and applicants should have access to their own vehicle for work purposes. Applicants should be registered with the Scottish Social Services Council on the ‘Social worker’ part of the register and hold a qualification that is recognised by the SSSC as being equivalent to the Diploma in Social Work (DipSW).
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination.
Responsibilities
* Support vulnerable adults and their families and carers
* Work with clients with a person-centred approach
* Work within relevant legislation including the Adult Support and Protection, Adults with Incapacity and Mental Health Acts
* Collaborate with other NHS professionals to provide a multi-disciplinary framework to interventions
* Carry out assessment and report writing
* Arrange, with the client’s consent, care packages to meet assessed need
* Work as part of a multi-disciplinary service supporting adults in a large remote and rural geographical area
Qualifications and requirements
* Full-time permanent role, 37 hours per week
* Registered with the Scottish Social Services Council on the Social Worker register
* Qualification equivalent to the DipSW
* Full driving licence and access to own vehicle for work purposes
Job details
* Location: Thurso, Scotland, United Kingdom
* Employment type: Full-time
* Seniority level: Entry level
Informal enquiries would be welcomed by: Claire Sutherland, Social Work Team Manager or Marie Cuthbert, Interim District Manager.
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