SWRK 4357 - G3 Social Worker (Mental Health) (605233) at South Lanarkshire Council Careers

Newmains, Scotland, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Jul, 26

Salary

48633.0

Posted On

17 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mental health assessment, Case management, Statutory legislation, Adult support and protection, Care planning, Multi-disciplinary team working, Risk assessment, Forensic case management, Record keeping, Crisis intervention, Advocacy, Communication, Interagency collaboration, Safeguarding, Clinical documentation

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Internal applicants MUST apply via Opportunity Marketplace. Please ensure you complete your SKILLS and QUALIFICATIONS via “Me” tab/tile on Fusion or by clicking on the application link in the section of the application form titled “REVIEW SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS”. ACTUAL CLOSING DATE: Applications must be received by 5 May 2026 at 11:55pm Location: Newmains Health Centre, Lanark Hours: 35 per week, permanent Salary / Hourly Rate: £42,228 - £48,633 per year The post is required to assist with the CMHT to meet the statutory requirements of the Local Authority in relation to the Mental Health (Care and Treatment) (Scotland) Act 2003, Adults Support and Protection (Scotland) Act 2007 and the Adults with Incapacity (Scotland) Act 2000. The role will involve managing high tariff cases under the Mental Health (Care and Treatment) (Scotland) Act 2003, both civil and forensic cases, AWI and Adult Support and Protection legislation. This can include individuals who require a protection plan and effective case management under statutory legislation. The post will require an individual with a range of knowledge and skills to enable them to manage a complex caseload. They will require to work with adults and older people with complex mental health issues and young adults with a mental health diagnosis transitioning from children and adolescent services to adult services. They will require to have an understanding of the relevant legislation and how this can be applied to the benefit of her client group The post will include the completion of new assessments of need, and developing care plans which encourage service users’ participation in their care, while encouraging independence and self-development. The post holder will be working within a Multi Disciplinary Team, and will therefore be a range of different disciplines and agencies to achieve the best outcomes for service users. The post holder will be required to keep and maintain accurate records, to ensure that others are fully aware of clients current circumstances, emerging needs and support plans. View Social Worker (Mental Health) [https://www.southlanarkshire.gov.uk/downloads/file/16970/swrk_-_social_worker] job profile. If you require to submit any further additional information to support your application (not a CV), please upload this under supporting documents. Please apply online - All correspondence will be via your email address Preferred candidates identified after the selection event process will be required to assist the recruitment team, if need be, to ensure timely completion of recruitment checks. If recruitment checks are not completed within a reasonable timescale, you may automatically be withdrawn from this position. Canvassing of Elected Members or employees of South Lanarkshire's Council directly or indirectly in connection with any appointment within the Council shall disqualify the applicant. Legislative Information This post is excepted in terms of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 2003. This post is considered Regulated Work with adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act, 2007. Therefore, it is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with adults. Preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme, or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check, prior to a formal offer of employment being made. Please refer to http://www.disclosurescotland.co.uk [https://apc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http://www.disclosurescotland.co.uk/publications/&data=05|02|Bhagavan.kalyanasundaram@mastek.com|26659b1931f24b35e28508dc02dd1323|add1c500a6d74dbdb8907f8cb6f7d861|0|0|638388395790305458|Unknown|TWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0=|3000|||&sdata=8zmnd9BHrKOL0HuKJwpmOUYPb4WF/VpL0TXiowCnP34=&reserved=0]for further information about the disclosure process and best practice. Overseas Criminal Records Check An Overseas Criminal Records Check is required where applicants born outside the UK (Scotland, England, Wales and Northern Ireland) or who have lived or worked outside the UK for a continuous period of three months in the past 10 years. Applicants are responsible for providing evidence of the Overseas Criminal Record Check. The check must be translated into English and should come from the police, judicial authority, government department or home embassy of the country or countries concerned. The check must include an official statement confirming that the applicant does not have any history of or pending criminal record proceedings. Checks may be carried out to authenticate the documents provided. Equal Opportunities and Inclusion statement The Council is committed to fostering equality, diversity and inclusion in its workforce. Therefore, we welcome applications from all sectors of the community, including under-represented groups within our workforce. We are keen to receive applications from candidates who have a disability, who are from a care experienced background, who are from a black, Asian or minority ethnic background, from a military service background and from those who are new Scots. As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria as outlined in the job profile for this position. As proud holders of the UK Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award, the Council is also committed to supporting members of the armed forces community, including service leavers, veterans, reservists and their families. In line with this commitment, service leavers, their close family members, veterans and reservists will be guaranteed an interview if they meet the essential criteria as outlined in the job profile As an employee of South Lanarkshire Council, you would also receive a wide range of benefits including: * Enrolment in award winning local government pension scheme * To increase the value of their pension pot, Local Government Employees can opt to join the Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC scheme. * Up to 33 days annual leave * Public holiday entitlement (up to 10 days) * Occupational sick pay * Family friendly policies - flexible working and leave, maternity/paternity leave enhanced leave. * Employee Discounts – including discounts at the cinema. * Range of benefits to support you (Cycle to Work Scheme, Physiotherapy, Employee Assistance Program which offers practical and emotional support) PLEASE NOTE WE DO NOT ACCEPT CVS IN PLACE OF THE APPLICATION FORM. To be considered for this vacancy you must complete the application form. All CV submissions will be disregarded. South Lanarkshire Council is the unitary authority serving the South Lanarkshire council area in Scotland. The council has its headquarters in Hamilton, has 16,000 employees, and a budget of almost £1bn. The large and varied geographical territory takes in rural and upland areas, market towns such as Lanark, Strathaven and Carluke, the urban burghs of Rutherglen, Cambuslang, and East Kilbride which was Scotland's first new town. Our vision is for South Lanarkshire as set out in our Economic Strategy is to have one of the strongest and most dynamic economies in Scotland, where businesses, communities, and residents achieve their full potential and prosper. We will achieve this through three key interrelated themes: * People - skills, learning and employability * Place - physical infrastructure and place * Business - business development and growth

Responsibilities

The post holder will manage a complex caseload of adults and older people with mental health issues, ensuring compliance with statutory legislation such as the Mental Health (Care and Treatment) (Scotland) Act 2003. They will conduct assessments of need and develop care plans that promote service user independence and participation within a multi-disciplinary team.