Level 2 Social Worker

1 week ago

Stafford, United Kingdom Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job summary

The position is within the older persons with physical disability team which is a community-based team working with Adults over 18 years of age with a range of physical and Mental health is a dynamic post that requires the post holder to work closely with multi-disciplinary teams/agencies in addressing a range of care/support issues in the promotion of independence and improving the health and wellbeing of the population served.

As a level 2 social worker, you will hold at least 2 years post qualifying experience. You will have responsibility for your own case load and will work on a range of cases involving assessment, support planning, mental capacity Act assessments, appointeeships and deputyship referrals. Section 117 reviews and safeguarding enquiries as well as complex case management. There is opportunity to manage your own workload and diary and you will be offered the opportunity to work in a hybrid way, being based between the office base in Stafford and home working.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be expected to access Social care and health records to gather information, therefore it is important for the post holder to be able to use a computer and have an understanding of the importance of good recording. You will require effective communication and written skills and be willing to work as part of a team to promote best outcomes for individuals. You will be required to be self-motivated and organised in order to manage any competing demands and be provided with all relevant training and support in the role.

Midlands Partnership Foundation Trust is dedicated to ongoing Social Care development, and you will have access to the Social Work learning academy in order to promote professional development. You will also receive the support of your team and your line manager who will provide regular supervision both on a formal and informal basis

About us

Working for your organisation

By joining Team MPFT, you will be helpingyour communities and in return for this, we will support you by;

Supporting your career development and progression Excellent NHS Pension scheme Generous maternity, paternity and adoption leave Options for flexible working Up to 27 days annual leave (increasing with service up to 33 days) and the opportunity to purchase additional leave Extensive Health and Wellbeing support and resources If you work in our community teams, we pay for your time travelling between patients Lease car if you complete more than 500 business miles per annum, fully insured and maintained (including tyres), mileage paid at lease car rate Salary sacrifice car - fully insured and maintained (including tyres), your gross pay is reduced by the cost of the vehicle before tax, NI and pension deductions are calculated, mileage paid at business rates Salary sacrifice bikes up to £2k Free car parking at all trust sites Free flu vaccinations every year Citizens Advice support linked with a Hardship Fund for one off additional support up to £250 (if the criteria is met)

And more. We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive organisation and there is a choice of staff networks that help you meet like-minded people.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications

Please see attached the Job Description and Person Specification for further information regarding this role.

Social Work Learning Academy (SWLA)

On appointment, the post holder will be auto-enrolled in the SWLA and aligned to the appropriate British Association of Social Work Professional Capabilities Framework. The relevant SWLA stage ( stage 1 (ASYE), 2 (Social Worker) or 3 (Advanced Social Worker) will also be agreed taking all prior Continuous Professional Development (CPD) and relevant experience into consideration. The post holder will be required to take responsibility for their own Continuous Professional Development.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

Professional Social Work qualification, DipSW, CQSW, CSS, BA, MA or Foreign qualification where certified by the Professional Social Work regulatory body Ensuring current registration with the Professional Social Work regulatory body at all times. To hold/to undertake and achieve the status of Approved Mental Health Professional and/or Best Interest Assessor as per the SWLA Career Pathway To undertake and achieve the status of Work Based Supervisor and Practice Educator as per the SWLA Career Pathway Good keyboard / IT skills including word processing, spreadsheets, email and PowerPoint An ongoing commitment to personal and professional development. A clear understanding of and commitment to equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practice

Desirable

Existing accreditation relating to Practice Educator/Work Based Supervisor

Experience

Essential

Significant post-qualification experience of working with adults with needs associated to older age, physical health or mental health needs and their carers

Desirable

Experience of social work in other user groups/settings Children and Families, Learning Disabilities, Older Adults Experience of a development role for service/ facilities

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