Level 1 Social WorkerNHS
Job summary
We are looking to recruit aLevel 1Band 5 Social worker who has a passionand enthusiasm for working in mental healthservices.
Wewould welcome applications fromexperienced social workers orfrom those newly qualifiedandwith a commitmentto undertake the ASYE programme.
We are looking for someonewiththedrive and motivationto develop themselves personally and professionally tojoin ourAdults'Social CarePathway.
Ideally you will have some experience of working in mentalhealthservices but this is not essential as long as you are motivated to develop your skills and knowledge.
Applicants must be a registeredas asocial workerwith Social Work England.
Main duties of the job
The Social Care Pathway(West) has office-bases in Stafford, Cannock andCodsalland, while this post is primarily based in Stafford, the successful applicant will also be expected to work in other areas of South Staffordshire as demand requires.
The role will involve working closely with people with potential care and support needs, carryingoutassessmentsof needto explore how bestto ensure thesearemet which may include applying for costed care.
You willworkalongside carers,other agencies, families, the local community and our ownmulti-disciplinary community andinpatient servicestoensurecontinuityanda high qualityservice.
TheSocial Care Pathway supportsprofessionaland personaldevelopmentthrough supervision and appraisal as well as support from the Social Work Learning Academy to plan and guide your professional development.
You will be expected towork flexiblyin response tooperational demand andservice user needs.
Job description
If you are in your Assessed and Supported Year in Employment, you will be supported by the Trust to develop skills, knowledge and professional confidence in line with the national ASYE requirements and reflecting the PCF standards (Professional Capabilities Framework). This includes having a protected workload spanning community and Hospital/inpatient working during the first year of employment; having a personal development plan; and having dedicated allocated time for personal development and regular formal supervision by a Practice Assessor supplied by the Trust.
You will enhance and develop their practice to become an autonomous practitioner with graded exposed to work of a more complex nature. You will be provided with the support of a Practice Assessor and will receive enhanced supervisory support from other senior colleagues including an identified experienced Social Worker, the Advanced Social Work Practitioner or Team lead.
On appointment, you will be auto-enrolled in the SWLA and aligned to the appropriate British Association of Social Work Professional Capabilities Framework. The relevant SWLA stage (i.e. 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. You will be required to take responsibility for their own Continuous Professional Development.
About us
Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.
We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.
We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.
We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.
Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications
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