We’re looking for dedicated professionals to join our Mental Health Specialist Social Work Team as a Hospital Discharge Senior Social Worker. You will be working as a Senior Social Worker in a friendly and supportive team within the wider Adult Mental Health Social Work Service, providing Social Work services to adults known to secondary mental health services.
Social workers have a crucial part to play in improving mental health outcomes for Hillingdon residents. You will be working in partnership with residents, families and carers, as well as other professionals, to optimise involvement and provide collaborative solutions. You will need to use all your Social Work skills, knowledge and values to engage with people in creative ways, to find out what matters to individuals and to promote their recovery and independence.
We support people to live in the community and work with families and local communities, which is central to our approach, as we know this achieves the best outcomes for people. Developing a whole-system response with our key partners is critical to providing good quality care and outcome focused solutions to delivering the right support.
We appreciate the very specific skills, knowledge and experience that Mental Health Social Work bring. In recognition of this, we expect all Mental Health Social Workers to work towards training to be an AMHP. We offer a competitive starting salary, access to monthly support, supervision and manageable caseloads. Within the wider service we also offer Social Workers many CPD opportunities.
About You
We're looking for a Senior Social Worker who is dedicated to making a difference in people's lives. Strong Social Work values, flexibility, with a ‘can do’ approach and professional high standards which are essential, and will have the ability to robustly advocate for people’s human rights.
We are seeking individuals who are genuinely committed to making a positive impact and doing what is right.
Please see the Job Description below for more information about the requirements of this role.