Full job descriptionOur Client, Blackpool Council, is seeking an Adult’s Social Worker to join their Older Adult’s Mental Health Team.
Fantastic payrate of £30.66 per hour!
Are you an Adults Social Worker, passionate about making a difference in your community? Do not miss out on this fantastic opportunity!
Responsibilities of this role:
*Will undertake comprehensive mental health and social care assessments for older adults with complex needs.
*Will manage a caseload of older adults experiencing mental health conditions, including dementia, depression, anxiety, and psychosis.
*Will complete Care Act assessments and develop person-centred care and support plans that promote independence and wellbeing.
*Will conduct Mental Capacity Act assessments and facilitate Best Interest decision-making processes where required.
*Will identify, assess, and manage risks relating to self-neglect, safeguarding concerns, exploitation, falls, and deterioration in mental health.
*Will undertake safeguarding enquiries and implement protection plans in accordance with statutory duties and local procedures.
*Will work collaboratively with families, carers, health professionals, and partner agencies to coordinate effective care and support.
*Will participate in multidisciplinary meetings, case conferences, safeguarding meetings, and mental health reviews.
*Will facilitate timely hospital discharges and support admission avoidance through effective community-based interventions.
*Will complete carers’ assessments and provide advice, guidance, and support to unpaid carers.
*Will liaise with Community Mental Health Teams, GPs, Occupational Therapists, Housing Services, and voluntary sector organisations.
*Will maintain accurate and up-to-date case records, assessments, and reports in line with legislative and organisational requirements.
Requirements of this role:
*Must be a Qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England.
*Must have a Social Work qualification (Diploma in social work, social work degree or equivalent)
*Must have minimum of 3 years experience working as a Qualified social worker
Benefits of working through Reed, include:
*Dedicated Recruitment Consultant.
*Aftercare service delivered by Candidate Care Team.
*Free CV building and Interview support.
*Free DBS checks.
*Weekly payroll.
*PAYE payroll option with additional benefits including holiday pay, healthcare, pension plus more.
*CPD contributions.
*Access to full UK jobs market with top tier status across many public and private sector clients.
*Supporting the Reed Foundation which has given £9.5m to charity since 2010.
Does this role interest you? Apply today!