Job Overview
We are seeking an enthusiastic and resourceful Social Worker to join our Community Mental Health Team in Chelmsford, Mid Essex. This role requires a creative and positive approach to meeting the needs of service users, their families, and carers.
Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (EPUT) delivers secondary mental health services across Mid Essex, providing specialist care for individuals with severe or complex mental health needs. As part of the Chelmsford team, you will work closely with crisis intervention services, inpatient care, and specialist pathways such as early intervention in psychosis and personality disorder support. You will also collaborate with GPs through initiatives like the Integrated Mental Health Service, which offers assessments and tailored support plans at GP surgeries, and work alongside Essex County Council to implement the Care Act principles of prevent, reduce, and delay.
Responsibilities
This role emphasises holistic, person‑centred care, safeguarding, and recovery‑focused interventions for adults in the Chelmsford area. You will exercise professional autonomy while benefiting from the support and expertise of a multi‑disciplinary team. The team works within a diverse community of approximately 93,000 residents, with varied social care needs including support for families, older adults, and culturally diverse groups.
Working for our Organisation
Valuing you. Recognising your dedication.
* Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
* Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality champion networks.
* Access mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.
* Participate in recognition awards to celebrate staff's hard work and dedication.
Benefits
* 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years’ service.
* Excellent pension of up to 14.5% of your pensionable pay.
* Staff discounts including Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.
* £8,000 relocation package if you move to Essex to join us.
* Season‑ticket loans available interest‑free to cover the cost of travelling by tram, rail or bus.
Flexible Working Options
* Work bank: supplement your income by working bank shifts.
* Flexible working available from day one for most roles.
* Job share: applications for job shares are welcomed.
Equal Opportunities
Our Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We particularly welcome applications from people with experience of using mental health services. We also hold a disability pledge and encourage people with a disability to apply. If you require this application form in another format such as Braille or audio tape, please contact the Recruitment Department.
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