Mental Health Social Worker

4 weeks ago


Devon, United Kingdom Devon County Council Full time
About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and qualified Social Worker to join our South and West Social Care Team. As a Mental Health Social Worker, you will be responsible for delivering a social care pathway in line with the requirements of the Care Act 2014. You will work in partnership with other statutory and voluntary sector organisations to provide a high-quality and equitable service to individuals with mental health conditions.

Key Responsibilities
  • Delivering a social care pathway in line with the requirements of the Care Act 2014;
  • A strong focus on offering a personalised and person-centred approach to assessment, support planning, safeguarding and review;
  • Strong, effective communication skills as you will be working in partnership with other statutory and voluntary sector organisations;
  • Commitment to involving service users and carers in the delivery of a high-quality and equitable service.
About You

We are looking for an experienced and qualified Social Worker who is registered to practice with Social Work England. You will have completed the Assessed First Year in post-qualifying Social Work practice, if appropriate, and can demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional development. You will also have a comprehensive working knowledge of the issues currently impacting on social care delivery and be up-to-date with policy and practice development.

What We Offer
  • We are committed to your continuous professional development, doing all we can to help you to get the most from your career. You will receive excellent support and supervision, with regular opportunities to discuss and reflect on your practice, both with your line manager and peers.
  • We offer 26 days annual leave, plus Bank Holidays, rising incrementally to 31 days after 5 years' service.
  • Flexible working opportunities are available, these include part-time hours, flexitime, compressed working hours and homeworking (this is subject to the needs of the role – please discuss at further at interview).
  • We offer an opportunity to enter a generous Local Government Pension Scheme.
  • As a place to live and work, Devon is hard to beat with top-performing schools, universities, vibrant cities, pretty villages and some of the most scenic coast and countryside in the UK.
  • If you are currently living, working or studying in the UK and are looking to relocate to Devon, subject to qualifying conditions, relocation support of up to £10,000, may be available. Visa sponsorship may also be offered as part of the relocation support package, terms and conditions apply.


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