Hunter Mental Health is currently working alongside an excellent Network Team and assisting in their search for a locum Social Worker.
Key details of the position:
Job Title - Registered Social Worker (MUST have 2 years post AYSE experience)
Location - Derby
Duration - 3 months on going
Schedule - Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm
Start Date - January 2025
Rate of pay - £33 - 35ph (Umbrella)
Job Responsibilities:
To conduct or support individual assessments or facilitate and promote self-assessments using the appropriate tools and techniques in order to establish clear, relevant, proportionate, cost effective and appropriate options for the individual.
• Based on individual structured assessments and in line with an enablement and strengths-based approach, plan and set up appropriate personalised and outcome-led care and support plans that maximise long-term independence and choice and minimise ongoing support and whole life cost of care for that person.
• Conduct risk assessments with adults and carers, in line with eligibility criteria and Mental Capacity legislation.
• To conduct Mental Capacity Act assessments in line with statutory guidance and ensuring adults are provided with the opportunity to demonstrate capacity wherever possible.
• To manage an allocated caseload in compliance with statutory requirements, Council policy, professional best practice and with regard for individual choice.
• Liaise with, est...