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Hi there, my name is Catherine your potential team manager, WELCOME and thanks for looking.  Let me try and tempt you into joining our team.

Please read on because are searching high and low, in the Dales and Moors for a Senior Social Worker (grade 10-11 pay scale) to work within our Social Care Team based in our temporary base of Pioneer Court in Normanton.  We are not integrated with our health colleagues, but we work in close collaboration in order to support our clients. Whilst our temporary base is in Normanton we work across the Wakefield District.

We are sorry to lose one of our wonderful team colleagues, but they are moving on to develop their skills in the academic arena.

If you want to work for possibly the best Social Work Mental Health Team in the UK we could be for you. We work with a range of wonderful clients aged between 18-65 who have a diagnosed mental health condition and support them with their goals, wants and needs in a Care Act focussed way to help them to become more independent and participate in the community in which they live.  As a team we have a can do, positive attitude and if this is what you are looking for then we could be for you.

Every day is different with a new puzzle to solve from undertaking a Care Act Assessment to preparing reports, from attending court or working with health colleagues or supporting carers  and family members – we need to be organised and prepared to support our residents, at times this takes a long time building rapport and trust,  at others we need to move quickly responding to unfolding and fast moving situations.

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 no lunch at all because when you come to work we want you to be refreshed, happy and fulfilled and we know getting this balance right is key.

• We offer, Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP), Best Interest Assessor (BIA) and as well as Practice Educator (PE) training opportunities - For those interested in some, or any, of these pathways, we’re offering real development support.

• Collaborative Working - You will be employed by Wakefield Council and may be sitting within a council or NHS setting and have the benefit of working collaboratively with NHS colleagues as equal partners with access to multi-disciplinary environment.

• Specialist Knowledge Development - 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, developing 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 contact us and we will be happy to tell you more.
• You can meet with Team Managers to explore the roles and / or shadow existing teams to get a feel for the work and culture!

We want you and your valuable experience, and these positions will offer the chance to work in a supportive, 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 Wakefield catchment area. This role includes offering a comprehensive, dedicated, social care resource, for people (18-65) 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 collaborative team working.
• 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.

Flexible working a real drive for getting a good work life balance and we are 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.

• Outstanding professional development opportunities
• A variety of tailored and varied training opportunities
• Excellent Salary with incremental increases
• Opportunity for true flexible and hybrid working to support work-life balance.
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Occupational pension scheme.

What can I expect?

• 30 days of Holidays plus 8 Bank Holidays. ( pro-rata)
• Support and ongoing training
• Discounted and subsidised public transport (Arriva Bus Annual Travel Ticket, Northern Trains Limited (NTL), MetroCard)
• The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Great range of benefits including discounted membership to our excellent leisure facilities with free 12 weeks exercise program with a dedicated personal trainer, discounts for a range of retail, entertainment, health and leisure providers, cycle to work scheme and many more.

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.

Name: Catherine Moiser-Nagaur

Tel: 01924 307798

E-mail: cmoisernagaur@wakefiled.gov.uk

Join us and make a real impact in the community. Apply today to become a valued member of our team!

Company: Wakefield Council

Salary: Grade 10 - Grade 11

Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire

Sector: Health and Social Care

Sector: Health

Sector: Social Care

Job Role: Social Worker