Social Worker (Adults) - Adult Community Mental Health

This position is open to recently qualified social workers as well as experienced social workers. You will be supported by our social work team to develop your skills and experience within the field of mental health social work.
Newly qualified social workers will be supported to complete the ASYE program with the support of experienced social workers within the team. You will be offered regular line management and clinical supervision.
Staff wellbeing is important at Ramsgate House and we offer regular social work peer support groups, reflective practice groups, mindfulness and other team activities, + Care co-ordination in line with the Care Program Approach.
+ Completing and updating risk assessments.
+ Working in line with the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act (2005) and Mental Health Act (1983).
+ Assessment, support planning, reviews and safeguarding within the meaning of the Care Act 2014.
+ Multidisciplinary working.
+ Demonstrating anti discriminatory practice and promoting the rights of vulnerable adults.
+ Demonstrating excellent organisation and communication skills.
+ Demonstrating an ability to collate information and write reports of a standard fit for legal processes such as Mental Health Tribunal's and Hospital Managers Hearings.
+ Fulfilling the duties of an Approved Mental Health Professional / Best Interests Assessor or being willing to work towards gaining the associated qualifications. You will be supported to gain this experience and qualifications.

You will be a qualified Social Worker (AMHP is desirable, not essential). We are looking for an experienced mental health social worker who has high professional standards and the ability to work well with colleagues in a multi disciplinary setting.

The post is permanent, Monday to Friday with Acute Care Pathway outside of core hours for weekends and bank holidays on a rota system., To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
We understand the importance of balancing work and home life. We are committed to supporting flexible working for our people wherever possible and all our colleagues are given the opportunity to discuss potential for flexible working. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement.
The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) serves a diverse population, and each Care Organisation works hard to ensure all services are accessible and fair.
We respect the value of difference. So, our aim is to employ a workforce representative of the communities we serve. Regardless of age, disability, gender, marital status, trans status, pregnancy and maternity, race, sexual orientation, religion or belief, all are welcome.
We also warmly welcome interest from serving and ex-personnel, and their relatives. Please identify that you are a member of the armed forces community on your application form to be entitled to a guaranteed interview (subject to essential criteria being met). As a Disability Confident Employer, guaranteed interviews are also available to disabled applicants when essential role requirements have been met.
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