Social Worker - Older People''s Mental Health - Bracknell Forest Borough Council, Berkshire

Please note that only Social Work England Registered Social Workers with Right to Work in the UK will be considered for this role, please do not apply if you are not a SWE Registered Social Worker who has the Right to Work in the UK.

Bracknell Forest Borough Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join their Older People''s Mental Health (OPMH) service on a temporary contract.
This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Social Worker with 2+ years'' post-qualifying experience to work within a supportive local authority team, applying strength-based and person-centred practice to improve outcomes for residents.


Key Details

• Role: Social Worker - OPMH
• Location: Church Hill House, Bracknell Forest
• Rate: -37.90 umbrella
• Contract: Temporary
• Working Pattern: Full-time
• Service Area: Older People''s Mental Health

Key Responsibilities

• Apply a strength-based approach to support individuals by connecting them with their communities and social networks.
• Work collaboratively with service users, carers and advocates to develop person-centred, outcome-focused care plans that maximise independence, choice and control.
• Act in the best interests of individuals lacking capacity, in line with the Mental Capacity Act (2005).
• Support the arrangement, implementation and review of person-centred plans.
• Operate within relevant legislation, national and local policy, and social work best practice.
• Maintain accurate and timely case recording, sharing information appropriately in line with legislation and local procedures.
• Undertake the role of Safeguarding Assessing Officer where required.
• Participate in the Duty Rota.
• Manage a caseload appropriate to experience and service needs.
• Take an active role in professional supervision.
• Be professionally accountable for all aspects of practice.

Requirements

• Social Work qualification (Degree / DipSW / equivalent)
• Social Work England registration
• Minimum 2 years'' post-qualifying experience
• Experience within Older People''s Mental Health and/or Adult Social Care
• Strong knowledge of Mental Capacity Act and safeguarding legislation
• Ability to work autonomously while contributing effectively to a team

For more information on this role or for a discussion about Social Work opportunities across England and Wales please contact Gemma at Caritas Recruitment - g.bridgman @ (url removed) / (phone number removed)

Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.