Adults Social Worker - Community Mental Health Team (CMHT)

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Job Title: Adults Social Worker - Community Mental Health Team (CMHT)
Specialism: Social Worker - Adults
Location: Bolton (BL3 2RR), UK
Salary: £30.00 per hour
Type: Ongoing, Full Time

Bolton Council is seeking an experienced Adults Social Worker to join the South Community Mental Health Team (CMHT). This ongoing full-time locum role offers a competitive hourly rate of £30.00 and a hybrid working pattern, including one day per week working from home. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled practitioner with a strong background in adult mental health to work within a supportive multidisciplinary team while managing complex and rewarding casework.

Perks and benefits

• Full Time: Benefit from a structured 37-hour working week, providing consistency and stability.
• Hourly Pay: Earn £30.00 per hour, offering flexibility and strong financial reward.
• Hybrid Working: Enjoy a modern working pattern with a balance of office-based and remote working.
• Professional Development: Gain valuable experience within a supportive team that promotes continuous learning.
• Impactful Role: Make a meaningful difference supporting adults with mental health needs in the community.

What you will do

• Care Planning: Assess needs and develop person-centred care plans for adults with complex mental health conditions.
• Multidisciplinary Working: Collaborate with healthcare professionals to deliver holistic mental health support.
• Safeguarding: Undertake safeguarding assessments and interventions to ensure service user safety.
• Caseload Management: Manage a diverse caseload effectively, maintaining high standards of practice.
• Partnership Working: Liaise with families, carers, and external agencies to deliver coordinated care.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration.
• Minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience.
• ASYE completed within 2 years of qualification.
• At least 2 years' experience within a Mental Health Team (Older Adults CMHT experience desirable).
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Ability to provide 3 years of employment references with no unexplained gaps.

Why Bolton

Bolton offers a great balance of town life and natural beauty, with a rich industrial heritage, vibrant town centre, and access to scenic landscapes such as the West Pennine Moors. With strong community values and excellent local amenities, Bolton is an ideal place to build a rewarding career while enjoying a