Urgent Care Team Worker - (Approved Mental Health Professional)
Cumberland Council
Salary: £48,474 - £49,498
The advertised salary includes a supplement (JWC) to the base grade of the post. JWC supplements are conditional on the physical demands and /or working conditions of the role.
Hours: 37 hours per week (4 positions available)
Location: Countywide – will be arranged with successful applicants
Contract: Permanent
Local Government Reorganisation
Local Government in Cumbria has changed. The current six district councils and Cumbria County Council have now been replaced by two new unitary authorities - Westmorland and Furness Council and Cumberland Council.
This role will be employed by Cumberland Council.
Why work for Cumberland Council
Cumberland Council is an ambitious authority that is shape public services for the better, building on the best and transforming them for the future. We want to create and sustain the best set of services for our communities to ensure all our residents are getting the help and support they need.
People are our strong point - in our communities and in our staff - and they are continuously the focus of our efforts.
Are you an experienced Social Worker interested in making a real difference?
Are you passionate about Mental Health and want the opportunity to work with the people across Cumbria?
We are looking for 4 qualified Approved Mental Health Professional Social Workers to join our countywide team; to provide a high-quality and consistent approach to the delivery of emergency Mental Health Act Assessments and Adult Social Care emergencies out of hours.
About the role
As well as providing direct interventions this opportunity requires the ability to advise, signpost and work with local teams and partner agencies. You will be part of a team of 16 AMHP’s providing a 24/7 service on a fixed 12-hour shift pattern; your working week is therefore effectively complete in three shifts.
The successful candidate will be joining a dedicated group of staff who have a good work ethic and shared values in social work. We expect high professional standards throughout the work undertaken and the team is well supported, which is important when working within this challenging environment.
Who we are looking for
We are looking for someone with the Approved Mental Health Professional Qualification (Social Worker, Nurse, Occupational Therapist or Psychologist), who is adaptable to a variety of work including Emergency Duty and Out of Hours for Cumbria Adult Social Care. You will have extensive knowledge of the care and management process and a strong commitment to partnership working. Applicants should also be familiar with the Mental Capacity Act 2005
We can offer a Relocation Assistance package for this role. If eligible, an applicant may claim up to £8000 for qualifying expenses without incurring any tax or National Insurance liability (in line with the threshold set by HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC).
If you would like more information or an informal chat about the role, please contact Richard Barnes 07810831174 or Steve Nellist on 07795257174.
What can we offer you!
This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 and requires an enhanced DBS check with an Adults Barred List check.
Please note this role involves working in regulated activity with adults. It is an offence for people who are barred from working in regulated activity to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with adults.
Application and Interview information
This is a rolling advert meaning applications will be considered as and when we receive them. If you are successfully shortlisted, we will contact you directly to arrange an interview date and time.
Applicants are advised that we are unable to sponsor immigration visas and therefore candidates must have the right to work in the UK prior to applying for this position.
We are currently operating both in-person and virtual interviews. Options will be discussed with candidates once they have been invited to the interview stage of the process for this specific position, and if you have any concerns or adjustments are needed, we are happy to discuss.
If you are invited to a virtual interview, this will preferably be undertaken using the Microsoft Teams software, which is currently free for new users, however if there are any issues with accessing this technology, we are happy to discuss alternative arrangements prior to the interviews.
Safer Recruitment
At Cumberland Council we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all employees, volunteers and the Externally Provided Workforce (EPWs) to share this commitment.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Cumberland Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences.
As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.
Please read the supporting information
Post Specification
Role Profile