A suitably qualified and experienced Social Worker is required to join Sefton’s Adult Community Mental Health Team within South Sefton. Applications are welcome from all qualified social workers but preference will be given to those who are eligible to practice as an Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP). 

Sefton’s Community Mental Health Teams, are integrated, working with many other disciplines, in order to provide a seamless, and holistic service. The teams provide a comprehensive and dynamic service to adults between the ages of 16 and 65 who require support from secondary mental health services.

Social workers located within the team provide a service in line with the principles of the Care Act (2014), Mental Capacity Act (2005), and Mental Health Act (1983), alongside many other legal frameworks. The role covers the wide range of social work activities, including safeguarding.  Eligibility to practice as an AMHP or willingness to train is an essential part of the role. 

The post offers a competitive salary, pension scheme, regular supervision and flexible working policy.  Strong training opportunities are provided by both Sefton Council and Mersey Care NHS Trust aimed at promoting continuous professional development.

The closing date for this post is the 19/12/24

Interviews will be in person the week of the 13^th of January date to be confirmed at Magdalen House 30 Trinity Road Bootle L20 3NJ.  

Should you wish to discuss this opportunity please contact Mary Helsby Team Manager on 07800 917481 or Kirsten Henriksen Lead Practitioner on 07980 939306

Equal Opportunities

Sefton Council strives to ensure that our workforce is inclusive and representative of our communities. A diverse workforce is important to us, our staff bring with them a wide range of experiences, views, ideas, and innovations, and we are committed to providing an environment that recognises, respects, and values everybody’s identity, where individual differences are strengths and where everyone can thrive and maximise their potential. We are always open to learning and growing as an organisation, and we welcome new ideas and initiatives that promote equality, diversity and inclusion.

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer; all candidates will receive equal treatment. Our decision to appoint will be based upon whether an individual’s skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities make them the most suitable candidate for the role.

GUARANTEED INTERVIEW SCHEME

Please note that all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for these jobs (as given in the Person Specification) and who want to apply under the Disability Confident Scheme will be invited to interview.

If you are currently in care or have previously been in care, we provide a guaranteed interview scheme for care experienced people if you meet the essential requirements for the role.