Job summary
This is an exciting time to join Sandwell Metropolitan Brought Council Adult Social Care. We are looking to recruit full time Mental Health Social Workers in our borough wide Community Mental Health Social Work Service, part time working 18.5 hours can be considered.
Applicants must be a qualified social workers, with AMHP Status and registered with Social Work England.
The role is primarily to undertake MHA Assessments and related work under the Mental Health Act however you may be required to undertake care management, safeguarding and hospital discharge duties where service need dictates.
Main duties of the job
Experience of dealing with complex and challenging situations is required with a high level of skill in risk assessment. Ability to take part in the 7 day working rota (for which enhancements will apply) and on call overnight rota is a requirement of the post as is the ability to drive within and outside of the borough at short notice. The use of pool cars are available to carry out your duties subject to a satisfactory risk assessment and licence check.
You will be working within a stable, friendly and skilled service that is diverse and supportive. Management support is available 24/7 as is access to legal advice. You will be given an induction, excellent training opportunities, AMHP update training and regular professional supervision. Attendance at the local and joint AMHP Forums are also actively encouraged.
Requirements:
- Degree in Social Work, Dip SW, CQSW or equivalent
- Social Work England Registration
- Car Driving Licence holder with the ability to travel within and outside of the borough at short notice.
- Qualified AMHP
- Ability to work unsocial hours across 7 days and participate on the on call out of hours AMHP rota.
To request an informal discussion, please email Jackie Bott, Rufaro Maeresara or Sarita Godhania on 0121 569 2266.
The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS with Children and Adults barring check.
About us
Sandwell is situated at the very heart of the West Midlands,
just a stones throw from Birmingham. A large, diverse, metropolitan borough,
Sandwell offers exciting opportunities for all in a friendly, supportive
environment. Sandwell is made up of six towns - Oldbury, Rowley Regis,
Smethwick, Tipton, Wednesbury and West Bromwich. The borough has 1,200 hectares
of parks, playing fields and local green space and more than 30 miles of
canals.
We offer something for everyone, with an incredibly wide
range of career opportunities, at any stage of your career, from apprentices to
senior managers.
Our Values; Trust, Unity and Progress make us unique, they
define how we do things and are reflected in the way we behave. They are
important to us, guiding and shaping our organisational culture. Our values are
key to us achieving Sandwells Vision 2030 and also guide us when we recruit.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is an exciting time to join Sandwell Metropolitan Brought Council Adult Social Care. We are looking to recruit full time Mental Health Social Workers in our borough wide Community Mental Health Social Work Service, part time working 18.5 hours can be considered.
Applicants must be a qualified social workers, with AMHP Status and registered with Social Work England.
The role is primarily to undertake MHA Assessments and related work under the Mental Health Act however you may be required to undertake care management, safeguarding and hospital discharge duties where service need dictates.
Experience of dealing with complex and challenging situations is required with a high level of skill in risk assessment. Ability to take part in the 7 day working rota (for which enhancements will apply) and on call overnight rota is a requirement of the post as is the ability to drive within and outside of the borough at short notice. The use of pool cars are available to carry out your duties subject to a satisfactory risk assessment and licence check.
You will be working within a stable, friendly and skilled service that is diverse and supportive. Management support is available 24/7 as is access to legal advice. You will be given an induction, excellent training opportunities, AMHP update training and regular professional supervision. Attendance at the local and joint AMHP Forums are also actively encouraged.
We offer up to 36 days annual leave, depending upon service, with the option to purchase up to an additional 10 days leave, and family friendly policies (subject to conditions) and a competitive pension. We also offer a range of employee benefits.
Requirements:
- Degree in Social Work, Dip SW, CQSW or equivalent
- Social Work England Registration
- Car Driving Licence holder with the ability to travel within and outside of the borough at short notice.
- Qualified AMHP
- Ability to work unsocial hours across 7 days and participate on the on call out of hours AMHP rota.
To request an informal discussion, please email Jackie Bott, Rufaro Maeresara or Sarita Godhania on 0121 569 2266.
The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS with Children and Adults barring check.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is an exciting time to join Sandwell Metropolitan Brought Council Adult Social Care. We are looking to recruit full time Mental Health Social Workers in our borough wide Community Mental Health Social Work Service, part time working 18.5 hours can be considered.
Applicants must be a qualified social workers, with AMHP Status and registered with Social Work England.
The role is primarily to undertake MHA Assessments and related work under the Mental Health Act however you may be required to undertake care management, safeguarding and hospital discharge duties where service need dictates.
Experience of dealing with complex and challenging situations is required with a high level of skill in risk assessment. Ability to take part in the 7 day working rota (for which enhancements will apply) and on call overnight rota is a requirement of the post as is the ability to drive within and outside of the borough at short notice. The use of pool cars are available to carry out your duties subject to a satisfactory risk assessment and licence check.
You will be working within a stable, friendly and skilled service that is diverse and supportive. Management support is available 24/7 as is access to legal advice. You will be given an induction, excellent training opportunities, AMHP update training and regular professional supervision. Attendance at the local and joint AMHP Forums are also actively encouraged.
We offer up to 36 days annual leave, depending upon service, with the option to purchase up to an additional 10 days leave, and family friendly policies (subject to conditions) and a competitive pension. We also offer a range of employee benefits.
Requirements:
- Degree in Social Work, Dip SW, CQSW or equivalent
- Social Work England Registration
- Car Driving Licence holder with the ability to travel within and outside of the borough at short notice.
- Qualified AMHP
- Ability to work unsocial hours across 7 days and participate on the on call out of hours AMHP rota.
To request an informal discussion, please email Jackie Bott, Rufaro Maeresara or Sarita Godhania on 0121 569 2266.
The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS with Children and Adults barring check.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience in working with people with mental health conditions in an adult social care environment.
Qualifications
Essential
- Social Work Qualification (DipSW, Social Work Degree or equivalent)
- A recognised AMHP qualification (Masters level or previous equivalent)
Supporting Statement
Essential
- Please include a supporting statement of how you meet the criteria in the job description/person spec.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience in working with people with mental health conditions in an adult social care environment.
Qualifications
Essential
- Social Work Qualification (DipSW, Social Work Degree or equivalent)
- A recognised AMHP qualification (Masters level or previous equivalent)
Supporting Statement
Essential
- Please include a supporting statement of how you meet the criteria in the job description/person spec.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
