This post includes a £3000 market supplement pro rata in addition to the listed salary and an AMHP allowance of £2800 pro rata where applicable.
We are seeking a registered Social Worker to join one of our multi-disciplinary Community Mental Health teams based at the Hamadryad Centre in Cardiff.
About the job
This is a permanent position in a full-time post of 37 hours per week.
You will need to have a Degree in Social Work or equivalent. A comprehensive understanding of the relevant legislation is essential along with experience of working with people with mental health difficulties. Previous experience of working within a mental health setting is also preferable and you should have experience of supervision of staff. Ideally you will be an Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) for which an AMHP payment is applicable or be willing to undertake training for the AMHP role as part of your continuing professional development.
What We Are Looking For From You
* We are keen to recruit an experienced Social Worker for a senior position.
* You will be a qualified and experienced Social Worker and be registered with Social Care Wales.
* You will have a sound knowledge of the legislative framework in operation.
* You will be confident at assessing the needs of citizens and their carers and be familiar with the requirements of the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014 and the Mental Health (Wales) Measure 2010.
* You will be confident in undertaking risk assessments and development of associated care plans and risk management plans.
* You will be able to practice from a strength based perspective.
* You will be committed to undertaking training to assist with your professional development and to the supervision process.
* You will want to work in the capital city of Wales in services where we support each other and work together with other colleagues, professionals and organisations.
* A full valid driving licence and the use of a car during working hours are required for which an appropriate allowance will be paid.
* The ability to speak other languages, in particular Welsh, and Community Languages would be an advantage.
Additional information
With effect from the 1st April 2021 this post attracts a market supplement of £3000 per annum full time equivalent. This payment is reviewed on a 12 monthly basis.
This vacancy is suitable for post share. This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced check.
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