Adults Social Worker - Mental Health in Rochdale, Lancashire

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Exciting Opportunity for Adults Social Worker within Mental Health in Rochdale. Enjoy competitive earnings at £35 per hour, working full-time in a dynamic, ongoing role that is predominantly office-based. Join the forward-thinking Rochdale Adult Social Care Mental Health East and West Teams, focusing on working age adults with mental illnesses.

Explore the perks and benefits of locum work in this social care position, offering increased flexibility and the chance to gain diverse experiences. This role provides a supportive environment with ample training opportunities, ensuring you expand your skills and thrive in your career.

Perks and benefits:
- Earn £35 per hour while making a significant impact in mental health care.
- Work in a supportive environment with colleagues dedicated to innovative care solutions.
- Receive full systems training to ensure you are fully equipped for the role.
- Access exceptional adult social care training sessions to advance your knowledge and expertise.
- Enjoy free onsite parking for stress-free commutes.
- Manageable caseloads allow you to provide quality care without overwhelming workloads, ensuring you have time to focus on making a difference.
- With the opportunity for hybrid work, find the perfect balance between in-office teamwork and at-home productivity.

What you will do:
- Hold a diverse caseload, engaging with various adult social care statutory functions.
- Undertake comprehensive assessments under the Care Act and S117 Mental Health Act.
- Facilitate safe and effective hospital discharges.
- Conduct statutory safeguarding of adults, including concerns, enquiries, and case conferences.
- Participate actively in duty and social circumstance report rotas.
- Collaborate closely with co-located colleagues from the Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust.
- Review services, form care plans, and ensure the best interests of adults in complex decisions.
- Lead mental capacity assessments and best interest meetings.
- Demonstrate a robust understanding of adult social care legislation.
- Possess a valid driving licence for work purposes and ability to work predominantly in the office with some flexibility for remote work.

Desirables:
- Previous experience with social circumstance reports and Court of Protection work, including S21A challenges.

As an experienced Adult Care Social Worker, you will bring a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, a registration with Social Work England, and a satisfactory DBS check to ensure high standards of care.

Rochdale is a vibrant place to both live and work, boasting a rich industrial heritage, beautiful scenery, and excellent transport links to nearby Manchester city centre. Enjoy the blend of urban life and natural beauty, with friendly communities and ample cultural and recreational activities to explore. Join us in making a difference, while relishing in the charms Rochdale has to offer.

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