We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Children's Mental Health Social Worker to join our dynamic team. The Children's Mental Health Social Worker will play a key role in providing assessment, intervention, and support services to children and young people experiencing mental health challenges. £35 per hour hybrid working available.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of children and young people experiencing mental health concerns, utilising a holistic and strengths-based approach.
- Develop and implement individualised care plans in collaboration with children, young people, their families, and other relevant stakeholders, focusing on promoting resilience, recovery, and well-being.
- Provide therapeutic interventions, counselling, and support to children, young people, and families, utilising evidence-based techniques and approaches.
- Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, including mental health professionals, educators, health care providers, and community organisations, to ensure coordinated and integrated support for children and families.
- Advocate for the rights and needs of children and young people within the mental health system, ensuring access to appropriate services, resources, and support networks.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of assessments, interventions, and progress in accordance with organisational policies and statutory requirements.
- Participate in case reviews, team meetings, and professional development activities to enhance practice skills and knowledge.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Degree in Social Work or equivalent qualification.
- Registered with Social Work England.
- Previous experience working as a social worker in children's mental health services, with a focus on assessment, intervention, and support.
- Strong understanding of child development, mental health disorders, and therapeutic interventions.
- Excellent assessment, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage a diverse caseload.
- Commitment to continuous professional development and best practice standards.
Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.
Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.
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