Social Worker

The team works with people with mental health difficulties from the age of 16 onwards during transition and then into adulthood. You will require good working knowledge of the Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act 2005, as you will be assessing clients care needs, and working with them and their support networks to create support plans, as well as knowledge of the Mental Health Act and other relevant legislation. Using person centred, strengths-based approaches you will be supporting people to lead fulfilled lives in our local communities.

A good working knowledge of Safeguarding is also essential and confidence in decision making and risk management. Being a qualified AMHP would be an advantage although not essential and there will be the opportunity to complete AMHP training as part of the role.

• Please read the additional information attachments which will highlight in detail the essential/desirable attributes needed to apply for this role. Applicants will need to link their experience to the criteria stated in the attachment/s in order for the management team to choose the most suitable candidates for shortlisting
We are continuing to offer a hybrid approach to working, and our team is currently working from home and from the office based on the needs of the service. The successful applicant will have access to work space at the base in Swadlincote.

SW Grade 9-11 - An initial one off lump sum 'Welcome payment' of £1500 (pro-rata) is attached to this post, payable in your first salary. If you are a qualified AMHP and practice as an AMHP in your post, you will instead receive a 'Welcome payment' of £2500 (pro-rata), payable in your first salary. If you voluntarily leave your employment with Derbyshire County Council within 12 months, you are required to repay some or all of the payment (Terms and conditions apply). Further information on employee retention payments is available on our website at Salary scales - Our Derbyshire.