Senior Social Worker - Community Mental Health Team in Dudley, West Midlands

Dudley

contract, full-time

£31.97 per hour

UK working eligibility only.

Working in Dudley, West Midlands

Dudley, in the West Midlands, is part of the Black Country and has a proud industrial history. Today, the town’s economy is shaped by advanced manufacturing, retail, healthcare, and education. Dudley’s location, with easy access to Birmingham and the wider region via the M5, makes it a strategic hub for employers and commuters. Major regeneration projects, including investment in Dudley town centre and transport infrastructure, are boosting employment prospects. The town also benefits from educational institutions and healthcare providers, including NHS services, as large local employers. Job opportunities in Dudley cover sectors such as engineering, logistics, teaching, social care, and administration. With its affordable housing, transport accessibility, and ongoing economic development, Dudley offers stable and varied employment prospects within the West Midlands.

About Social Care

Social care provides essential support to vulnerable people across the UK, including the elderly, those with disabilities, and families in need. Roles range from care assistants and social workers to support workers and managers. Employers include local councils, charities, and private care providers. The sector offers meaningful, people-focused work with growing demand due to an ageing population. Training, apprenticeships, and professional development opportunities are widely available, making social care a stable and rewarding career path.

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Job Description: Senior Social Worker (Community Mental Health Team) in Dudley, UK Full-time Ongoing Role
Salary: £31.97 per hour

Embark on a rewarding journey as a Senior Social Worker within the Community Mental Health Team in Dudley, UK. This full-time, ongoing role offers a competitive salary of £31.97 per hour. If you are an experienced social work professional seeking a dynamic role where you can truly make a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Perks and Benefits:

Flexible Working: Enjoy the freedom that comes with locum work, allowing you to balance personal and professional commitments effortlessly.
Professional Development: Access continual professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and career.
Diverse Experience: Gain exposure to various cases and situations that will broaden your expertise in community mental health and social work.
Supportive Environment: Work within a team that values innovation and collaboration, providing you with the support you need to succeed.
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Access various benefits tailored to your lifestyle, enhancing your work-life balance and overall job satisfaction.

Purpose of the Job:

As an exemplary practitioner, provide leadership and professional knowledge to colleagues; promote innovation, model, and facilitate reflective practice. Work with Adults and Carers from a person-centred perspective using a strength-based and enabling model. Promote community development and support wherever possible. Develop support plans when appropriate to enable Adults and their Carers to achieve an optimum level of independence, to develop and maintain relationships and be valued members of their community.

What you will do:
- Maintain your professional practice in accordance with regulatory and council expectations.
- Exercise professional judgement to operate autonomously within a legal and ethical framework.
- Lead, supervise, and mentor less experienced social workers, students, and trainee social workers.
- Provide insightful supervision to designated staff, fostering continuous professional development.
- Deputise for the Assistant Team Manager or Team Manager when necessary.
- Inform and guide others in anti-discriminatory practice and actively challenge discrimination.
- Integrate social justice, inclusion, and equality principles into practice.
- Communicate effectively about key legislation affecting Adult Social Care, such as the Care Act, MCA, MHA, and Human Rights.
- Engage with service users and carers to facilitate participatory decision-making.
- Maintain confidentiality and a safe practice environment.
- Be responsible for a specialist area, promoting and practising as a Practice Educator, Best Interest Assessor, or Approved Mental Health Practitioner.
- Represent the Directorate in social work matters, confidently promoting the profession.
- Coordinate with Children's services to address any safeguarding concerns.

Requirements of the Social Worker:
- Degree or equivalent in social work
- Current Social Work England registration
- Significant frontline experience in Social Services within the UK working as a qualified Social Worker
- Ability to work at the PCF level of an experienced Social Worker and support others in achieving this level

Living and working in Dudley offers a unique blend of urban and rural experiences. With its rich industrial heritage, picturesque parks, and vibrant community spirit, Dudley is a fantastic place to live and work. Join our team and contribute to making a positive impact in this thriving community.

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Senior Social Worker - Community Mental Health Team in Dudley, West Midlands

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