Social Worker - Adults Mental Health Team

We are looking to recruit a Social Worker for the Adults Mental Health Team within the Social Care Industry. Our client has a well‑structured and organized team that are looking to grow their staffing levels. The role offers flexible working hours and has a supportive team culture with regular supervision on cases. Somerset is embedding a systemic approach and is currently undergoing a number of changes focused on reducing caseloads and improving outcomes for families.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast‑paced and supportive team within Somerset County Council.

• Use professional knowledge to assess, monitor and review social care needs of individuals, relatives and carers and arrange the provision of appropriate care services.
• Gather information and make a full assessment of the risks, protection and social care needs of individuals, carers and families.
• Work within a multidisciplinary team and have the ability to work independently as an autonomous professional.
• Take appropriate action, in conjunction with other agencies, to protect and safeguard adults at risk based on needs and risks of the individual.
• Manage an agreed caseload and complete fast turnover of casework.
• Use paper and computerized case recording systems, produce reports and capture and analyze information.
• Assess risks, needs and information, recognize problems, and understand philosophies, professional social work issues and the legal framework underpinning care services.
• Fulfill transport requirements.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the principles and processes of working with safeguarding adults at risk.
• Possess some knowledge of care benefits, fees and allowances (helpful).

• Significant knowledge, experience and specialist communication skills.
• Experience with multidisciplinary team working.
• Ability to work independently and as an autonomous professional.
• Experience with safeguarding adults at risk.
• Framework I desirable or equivalent.

• Free onsite parking.
• Opportunity for role progression and training for permanent and temporary staff within the authority.
• Very competitive pay rate exceeding most surrounding areas.

To discuss the vacancy further or any other opportunities we have in Somerset, please contact George Willett or email your updated CV to us today.