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Hello, my name is Melanie, and I want to tell you about 2 exciting new opportunities for a Senior Social Worker (grade 10) and/or Approved Mental Health Professional (grade 11), to join the Older Peoples' integrated Community Mental Health Team in Pontefract and Wakefield. 

What we can offer working in the Mental Health Teams:

Working in a wonderful team of caring, kind professionals who have access to flexible working and promotion of a good work life balance - we actively discourage you from taking lunch at your desk or having no lunch break at all, because when you are in work, we want you to be refreshed, happy and fulfilled! 

We offer, Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP), Best Interest Assessor (BIA) as well as Practice Educator (PE) training opportunities

For those interested in some, or any, of these pathways, we're offering real development support.

Integrated Working

You will be employed by Wakefield Council, within an NHS setting, working alongside social care and health partners in an integrated environment.

Development of Specialist Knowledge

Enhance your understanding of key areas such as:

• Care Act
• Section 117 aftercare
• Social supervision
• Mental health legislation and practice such as the Mental Health Act (1983) and the Mental Capacity Act (2005)

Promoting Independence

Support individuals to maximise their independence and recovery through strengths-based, person-centred approaches.

Professional Development

You will have the chance to work with different teams and models across primary and secondary care, enhancing your personal learning and experience. With the opportunity to develop specialisms in areas such as Neurodiversity, Dementia and Veterans.

If you are unsure whether to apply, then please contact us and we will be happy to tell you more.

Additionally, you can meet with Team Managers to explore the roles and / or shadow existing teams to get a real feel for the work and culture!

We want to support you and your valuable experience; these positions will offer the chance to work in a forward-thinking environment where your skills and dedication truly matter.

Roles and Responsibilities

• As a Senior Social Worker, your knowledge, skills and experience will be pivotal in promoting wellbeing and improving the outcomes for individuals with mental health conditions.
• As a qualified and registered Social Worker/AMHP, you will play a key role in helping people to live as independently as possible and empower individuals to make autonomous decisions around their care and support needs. You will have a focus on promoting wellbeing and supporting people to achieve their outcomes.
• You will undertake assessments, including risk assessments, plan interventions, complete Care Act assessments, strength-based reviews, and develop person-centred, outcome-focussed care and support plans.
• The role will include commissioning services for people with mental health difficulties across the West Wakefield catchment area. This role includes offering a comprehensive, dedicated, social care resource, for older people (65 years and above) who are experiencing mental health difficulties.
• You will work collaboratively with colleagues from South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust.
• You will work alongside other professionals and support staff as part of an integrated team.
• You will have experience working with people who have mental health needs, have excellent assessment and communication skills, along with a good understanding of legislation particularly the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and Mental Health Act 1983.

As an experienced Social Worker/AMHP it is expected that you will have completed a post qualifying award, training, or substantial relevant experience and that you have up-to-date professional expertise and experience in the relevant fields of legislation, national policy, and best practice. You will be required to participate in and support a team, and this will include being part of the AMHP/BIA rota if qualified to do so; as well as having a pivotal role in the team duty rota

What will be expected from me?

• You will be responsible for a complex but manageable caseload, assist the Team Manager in providing support to other members of the team, supervising student social workers and other employees as required.
• You will manage a complex workload with the support of senior colleagues in accordance with the directorate and other agency policies and procedures, applying a multi-discipline approach.
• You will undertake planned interventions, as required, across a range of statutory casework.
• You will ensure that, where appropriate, effective, and efficient enforcement action is taken.
• You will promote and develop collaborative working with allied health and social care professionals.
• You will prepare a range of reports on clients, as appropriate, in accordance with policies and procedures.

Essential requirements:

• Degree in Social Work, or relevant Social Work qualifications recognised by the Central Council for Education & Training in Social Work/Registration with SWE.  
• Evidence of maintaining skill and knowledge base in professional field through post qualifying training or other opportunities
• Ability to develop and sustain effective working relationships with service users, carers, and groups.
• Excellent communication and engagement skills with a commitment to improving service delivery.

Desirable Requirements:

• Evidence of successful completion of AMHP or a willingness to attend post qualifying award or training.
• Evidence of and participation in continued professional development.

What We Offer

We are an ambitious and high achieving council, committed to continuous improvements and innovation. 

We are looking to employ talented and dedicated individuals who share our vision and values. 

Wakefield is a learning organisation, committed to supporting staff development.

If you would like to know more about the role, the recruitment process, or working for Wakefield Council feel free to contact Melanie Varley-

Want to Know More?

If you would like to know more about the role, the recruitment process or working for Wakefield Council feel free to contact Melanie Varley.

Tel: 07501392720

E-mail: melanievarley@wakefield.gov.uk

To apply please click the Apply Now link below.