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Position: Casual Mental Health Officer
Location: Region Wide
Salary: £24.39 per hour
We would like to recruit a registered social worker who holds a Mental Health Officer qualification to undertake occasional Mental Health Officer duties. The successful candidate will predominantly undertake schedule 2 and 3 report assessments under the Adults with Incapacity (Scotland) Act 2000. There may also be opportunities to support with MHO standby for our Out of Hours Service and other MHO duties as appropriate. This work will be on a casual basis with a competitive rate paid per report. This position will ideally suit an MHO looking for flexible work.
While this is a casual contract, the successful candidate will be provided regular supervision and the opportunity to attend regular MHO development sessions with the team.
Experience and Skills Required:
1. Experience of working with people with mental disorders is essential.
2. Good knowledge and recent experience of MHO statutory duties.
3. Experience working within the protective legislative framework.
4. Excellent communication, assessment, analytical, and coordination skills.
5. Commitment to evidence-based practice that prioritizes strong social work values.
Qualifications:
You will be a qualified social worker with a DipSW/CQSW/CSS qualification or equivalent. Registration with the Scottish Social Services Council is essential, and you will hold a postgraduate certificate in Advanced Social Work Studies (Mental Health Officer Award).
A current driving licence is an essential requirement of this post, and you will be expected to use Dumfries and Galloway Pool cars for any travelling required. However, if you have a disability which precludes you from holding a driving licence, consideration will be given if alternative transport can be arranged.
This post is considered as Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG scheme update check prior to a formal offer of employment being made by Dumfries and Galloway Council.
Applicants who have been resident outside the UK within the last 5 years, if offered a position, in addition to a Disclosure Scotland Check, will be required to provide a completed police record check from the police authority in the country or countries in which they were resident.
Benefits
With an exciting benefits package, working for Dumfries and Galloway Council supports you to invest in your own health and wellbeing. Employees have access to our bespoke Vivup platform with over 800 discounts on everyday essentials from top UK retailers, restaurants, utility providers, and more. Employees also get access to exclusive discounts from local businesses, a Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support from My Money Matters, and guidance from our trained Wellbeing Champions.
We are committed to equality, diversity, and equal opportunity with our values, which include treating everyone with dignity, fairness, and respect. We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation.
For further information please contact Sharon Culross, Team Manager, at 07557755722.
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