Jobs in Dorchester, United Kingdom

We are seeking a Community Mental Health Social Worker to join the CMHT in South Dorset. This full-time locum role offers a competitive hourly rate of up to £35.00, depending on experience, with hybrid working—two days in the office per week and the remainder remote. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in community mental health while enjoying flexibility and professional growth.

• Hybrid Working: Work remotely while staying connected with office days twice a week for collaboration and team engagement.
• Flexible Hours: Tailor your schedule to achieve an optimal work-life balance.
• Supportive Supervision: Regular supervision sessions to support your continuous professional development.
• Learning & Development: Access mentoring, coaching, and external training programs to enhance your skills and career progression.

• Conduct strengths-based assessments, support planning, and reviews to promote independence and positive outcomes.
• Perform Mental Capacity Assessments and participate in Mental Health Act engagements.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary colleagues including CMHN, OTs, Psychologists, and Psychiatrists.
• Complete S117 assessments and reviews as required.
• Identify carers’ needs and provide assessment support.
• Take leadership roles and contribute to service development within the community mental health service.

• Energetic social worker with a strong commitment to person-centred practice.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to thrive in fast-paced environments.
• Knowledgeable in key legislation: Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, Mental Health Act 2007, Human Rights Act 1998, Equality Act 2010.
• Committed to continuous professional growth and embodies responsibility, respect, recognition, and collaboration.
• Holds a social work qualification (degree), registered with Social Work England, and able to pass an Enhanced DBS for children and adults.

South Dorset offers stunning coastal views, vibrant communities, and a high quality of life. Enjoy a beautiful setting while making a tangible impact in community mental health services. Locum Social Workers with Dorset Council also benefit from career development opportunities, well-being support, access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, and potential progression to permanent roles.

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