Overview

Join to apply for the

Social Worker (Mental Health Team)

role at

Derbyshire County Council .Closing date:

21 September 2025The High Peak Mental Health Social Care Team are looking to recruit a

qualified

and

experienced

social worker to join our friendly and supportive team. This is a busy team based in the community and consists of Social Workers and Social Care Practitioners who work closely with partner agencies. The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate the skills, knowledge, and experience to undertake this role to provide a safe, accountable, cost effective and efficient service to help people using our service achieve their outcomes.Please see the job and person profile for more information.There is an expectation that you will act as duty worker on a rota basis which will involve triaging new referrals to the team and supporting clients and carers who require a more urgent response. You will need to be able to manage change and have the ability to work effectively and build positive relationships with health partners and other agencies.PLEASE READ THE JOB AND PERSON PROFILE TO ENSURE YOU MEET ALL THE CRITERIA BEFORE APPLYING.Employees have access to a range of support, benefits and discounts including:Responsibilities

Carry out Care Act 2014 assessments and reviews for individuals with complex needs and arrange provision of services to meet eligible needs.Work in a person-centred and strengths-based way with people and their families to maintain and maximise independence.Demonstrate safeguarding understanding and experience; undertake capacity assessments in accordance with the Mental Capacity Act 2005.Act as duty worker on a rota basis, triaging new referrals and supporting clients and carers requiring an urgent response.Collaborate with health partners and other agencies; manage change effectively; build positive relationships.Qualifications and Experience

Qualified social worker (with current registration).Experience in Mental Health teams and community-based practice.Experience in safeguarding and Mental Capacity Act applications.Benefits

Generous Annual Leave Scheme: 25/27 days per year, rising to 30/32 after 5 years continuous service, plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata).Local Government Pension Scheme: providing financial security.Supportive management and team.Training and Development: opportunities for professional qualifications and ongoing training.Wellbeing Support Framework: OH physician services, physiotherapy, CBT, and in-house counselling.Employee Wellbeing Support: fast-track physiotherapy, confidential psychological support services, Employee Assistance Programme, and “Wisdom” app.Paid travel expenses if required to travel to other sites (Terms and conditions apply).Cycle to Work Scheme; Electric/Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme.Our Derbyshire Rewards: package of benefits, cashback and discounts.How to apply

If you wish to discuss the role in more detail, please email claire.wilde@derbyshire.gov.uk.Provisional Interview Date:

TBC

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