Adult Social Care - Mental health
- Posted 24 April 2024
- Salary Negotiable
- LocationWalsall
- Job type Temporary
- Discipline Social Work
- Reference17711
Job description
Opus people solutions on behalf of Walsall Council have an exciting opportunity for an Adult Social Worker to join their Mental Health Team.
Position: Adult Social Worker - Mental Health Team
Organisation: Walsall Council
Location: Walsall, West Midlands
Remote/Office based: Hybrid.
Opus People Solutions, in partnership with Walsall Council, is excited to announce an exceptional opportunity for an Adult Social Worker to join their esteemed Mental Health Team. If you are a dedicated professional seeking to make a positive impact on the lives of adults with care and support needs, we encourage you to apply.
Special Conditions:
- Registered as a Social Worker with Social Work England.
- Ability and willingness to travel between locations.
- Availability for occasional work outside normal office hours.
- Enhanced DBS required.
- Compliance with the Government's Code of Practice on the English Language Fluency Duty for public sector workers.
Main Purpose of the Job Role:
- Improve outcomes for adults with care and support needs and carers.
- Undertake effective strengths-based assessments, planning, and direct work in alignment with the Care Act 2014 and statutory guidance.
- Conduct safeguarding duties to protect adults with care and support needs from abuse or neglect.
- Practice social work ethically and transparently in accordance with professional standards.
Role Specific Duties and Accountabilities:
- Practice within legislative frameworks and council policies.
- Conduct strengths-based assessments promoting self-determination and independence.
- Co-produce care and support plans and review their effectiveness.
- Manage workload effectively, addressing various challenges.
- Advocate for adults with care and support needs, ensuring their voices are heard.
- Collaborate with colleagues and maintain accurate records.
- Lead statutory safeguarding enquiries, planning, and reviews.
- Support team members' professional development and progression.
- Practice in an anti-discriminatory and anti-oppressive manner, promoting diversity and equality.
Corporate Duties and Accountabilities:
- Comply with and promote the Council's Health, Wellbeing, and Safety at Work policies.
- Support the Council's employment policies, emphasising diversity and equality.
- Align services with the Council's strategy, vision, and continuous improvement programme.
Application Process: To apply for this rewarding position, please submit your CV, ensuring you meet the special conditions and key responsibilities outlined above.
