Social Worker - Community Mental Health Team in Helensburgh, Dunbartonshire

Job Title: Social Worker – Community Mental Health Team
Specialism: Community Mental Health
Location: Helensburgh, UK
Salary: £44.00 per hour
Job Type: Locum, Ongoing
Working Pattern: Full Time

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Social Worker to join the Community Mental Health Team in Helensburgh. This ongoing full-time locum role offers a highly competitive rate of £44.00 per hour and the chance to make a meaningful difference by supporting adults with mental health needs across the community. Working within a supportive multidisciplinary team, you will manage an adult caseload while undertaking comprehensive assessments, care management, and safeguarding responsibilities to deliver person-centred outcomes.

Perks and benefits:

• Locum flexibility: Enjoy the freedom to choose assignments that suit your lifestyle while gaining experience across a variety of services.
• Competitive pay: Earn an excellent hourly rate of £44.00, reflecting your expertise and commitment.
• Professional development: Access ongoing learning opportunities to enhance your knowledge, skills, and career progression.
• Networking opportunities: Work alongside professionals from a range of disciplines, expanding your experience and professional network.
• Work-life balance: Benefit from the flexibility that locum work provides, helping you maintain a healthy balance between your career and personal life.

What you will do:

• Support the Team Manager in delivering strategic objectives and contributing to the development of community mental health services.
• Undertake comprehensive assessments for adults and young people transitioning into Adult Services using person-centred outcome planning approaches.
• Develop, implement, and review care packages in partnership with service users, carers, and partner agencies.
• Manage an adult caseload, ensuring care plans remain effective, responsive, and focused on achieving positive outcomes.
• Maintain accurate case records and performance data using departmental information systems.
• Participate in regular supervision, mandatory training, and continuous professional development.
• Travel across Argyll and Bute as required to meet the operational needs of the service.

Essential requirements:

• Diploma in Social Work (DipSW), Certificate of Qualification in Social Work (CQSW), or an Honours/Postgraduate Degree in Social Work.
• Current registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).
• Experience working directly with adults within statutory social work, including assessment and care management.
• Sound knowledge of the Adult Support and Protection (Scotland) Act 2007 and adult social care legislation.
• Excellent communication, assessment, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel throughout the service area to fulfil operational requirements.

Helensburgh offers a wonderful quality of life, combining stunning coastal scenery with a welcoming community and excellent local amenities. Situated on the Firth of Clyde with easy access to Glasgow and the spectacular landscapes of Argyll, it provides the perfect setting for both professional fulfilment and an enviable work-life balance.

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