Social Worker, Adult Mental Health

Newly Qualified Adult Social Workers: £34,834 per annum, Plus a £500 additional payment on completion of ASYE (pro rata for part time hours), The North Mental Health team are currently recruiting for a G5 Social Worker to join the team. You would be joining a team who feel passionately about supporting adults with mental health difficulties and working with communities and other organisations to get people the right support at the right time. The team work closely with mental health services across North Suffolk, both in the community and in inpatient settings.
We are responsible for meeting the Care Act needs of adults in Suffolk who are also supported by secondary mental health services. This includes supporting hospital discharges, carrying out Care Act assessments in the community, and completing safeguarding enquiries. As part of this role, you will also work within the frameworks of the Mental Capacity Act and the Mental Health Act.
The team is currently made up of 1 Manager, 1 Senior Practitioner, 1 Senior Social Worker, 2 Social Workers and 3 Senior Independence and Wellbeing Practitioners. The team split their time between working from the office and working from home, alongside visiting people in the community. There are opportunities for continued professional development within the team, and to explore individual interests and specialities. Within the team there is currently 1 Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) and social workers who support students either as an on-site supervisor or as a Practice Educator (PE). They would always be happy to share their knowledge and experience, and for you to explore the chance to further your development in the same way.
We're passionate about improving the future for our customers and our communities. If you are too, join us as a Mental Health Social Worker, and make a huge and meaningful impact. Your innovation and drive will help us to continue improving and evolving to best meet the needs of the people we support. Our opportunities will enable you to make a difference and leave a positive legacy.
Reimagine the possibilities.

hold a social work qualification
- hold a social work registration with Social Work England (or to be awaiting this if you are newly qualified)
- hold a valid UK driving license

Suffolk County Council - Riverside House, Lowestoft, NR33 0EQ - Hybrid

Grade 5 Social Worker: £35,745 - £38,223 per annum (pro rata for part time hours)
- 37 hours a week - Flexible working options available and the option to apply for part time hours
- Permanent, This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Hybrid
As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We're driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities.
In return, you'll enjoy:

up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days
membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits
performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase
training and encouragement to expand your knowledge
a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation
diverse and active staff networks
flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day

Plus lots more!