Social Worker
Job overview
Are you a experienced Social Worker looking for a new challenge or looking to take the next step in their career? If so then Doncaster Community Team for Adult mental health would love to hear from you!
The successful candidate will work with adults with symptoms of mental health within the area, and will need to be able to work both independently and as part of a wider multidisciplinary team and other partners.
The post will involve working in a variety of settings including patients own homes, care homes, supported living environments etc.
We are a growing team with close links to our colleagues in both Rotherham, Doncaster and Scunthorpe. We will be able to provide regular support and supervision. Our priority is to ensure that we provide the best patient experience and clinical outcomes possible.We offer a commitment to CPD and value your skills and ideas. You will be supported to develop your full potential in a team where there are many opportunities for joint working and skill sharing across the whole of RDASH.
Main duties of the job
The main duties of the role are;- To be responsible for a caseload, undertaking holistic, strengths-based assessments with adults, carers, and families to help them make informed choices and decisions, enabling them to clarify and express their needs, manage risk and contribute to service planning.
- Provide written/verbal records and reports which are concise, factual, and informative based on analysis of evidence which can be used within the legal context and where necessary give evidence in court in relation to care or other proceedings. (With support, guidance, joint work where necessary on complex cases)
- Using evidence-based practice and a strengths-based conversations, identify need and take appropriate action, which is outcome focused.
- Promote independence and reduce risks for Adults with Social Care needs living in Doncaster.
- To assess and manage risks appropriately.
- To participate on the team duty rota
- Provide peer support to colleagues; advice and guidance to Assessment Officers, new employees and student Social Workers
Working for our organisation
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.
We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.
We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:
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To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:
https://workwithrdash.co.uk/
We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:
https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q
The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role
Person specification
Essential
Essential criteria- Diploma / Degree in Social Work
- Registration with Social Work England
- Access to transport and the ability to travel within the required geographical area
We welcome applications from individuals who may require sponsorship [if eligible] under the skilled worker or health & care visa route. Please note, not all vacancies are eligible for sponsorship.
Before applying, you can make a self-assessment of potential eligibility for sponsorship using the criteria for the skilled worker visa under the UK’s point’s based immigration system here: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa