Social Work Team Manager - Mental Health Team

JOB-20240819-db742659

Job Title: Social Work Team Manager
Specialism: Mental Health Team
Job Location: Barnet
Salary: £43.70 Hourly
Type: Locum, Full Time, Ongoing

Exciting Opportunity: Locum Social Work Team Manager within the Mental Health Team in Barnet, UK. Earn £43.70 hourly for ongoing full-time work as you lead the Mental Health Social Work Team South. Provide operational and professional management to a dynamic social care team aimed at enhancing community support and promoting enablement and recovery for adults. Ensure compliance with standards and strive for excellence in service delivery as you empower service users with increased choices and control.

Perks and benefits:

- Full-time position offers a stable work environment with a routine you can rely on.
- As a locum, enjoy the flexibility to balance personal commitments without permanent ties.
- Opportunity to work with a vibrant and diverse expert team in mental health.
- Develop professionally with available training and advancement prospects.
- Access to a comprehensive support network and resources within and outside the council, building strong partnerships.

What you will do:

- Provide top-tier leadership and direction to the multidisciplinary team, managing case supervision and resources efficiently.
- Promote a culture focused on continuous service improvement, prioritising user choice and safety.
- Lead delivery of needs-led enablement and long-term support plans, fostering independence and informed choices.
- Liaise with partners for integrated assessment and planning, fostering collaborative working relationships.
- Safeguard adults at risk, maintaining and promoting safety while regulating risk and choice management.
- Comply with statutory regulations and protocols, ensuring all records are maintained accurately and timely.
- Encourage and manage self-directed support, direct payments, and innovative technologies like Telecare for user empowerment.

Barnet is a vibrant and community-focused area in the UK. Rich with a mix of culture and charm, it offers a fantastic quality of life. Enjoy a thriving social scene, wonderful green spaces, and great transport links, making it a splendid place to live and work. Join us in Barnet where you can make a meaningful impact while enjoying all the benefits this wonderful borough has to offer.

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