Social Worker - Community Mental Health Team

Social Worker – Community Mental Health Team Location: Central Clinic, Orchard Street, Swansea
Contract: Full-time (37 hours per week)
Hybrid working: Combination of office, home-based, and community visits

Description
The City and County of Swansea are seeking a dedicated and experienced Social Worker to join the Community Mental Health Team (CMHT). This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of individuals experiencing serious mental health challenges, helping them to live as independently and meaningfully as possible within the community.
You’ll be part of a multi-disciplinary, recovery-focused team, working collaboratively with health professionals, carers, and families to provide integrated and person-centred care.

Responsibilities

• Undertake statutory social work duties in line with the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014 and Mental Health Act 1983.
• Assess the needs and circumstances of individuals and families, developing tailored care and support plans.
• Act as Care Co-ordinator, ensuring care packages are well planned, monitored, and evaluated.
• Attend Mental Health Tribunals and contribute to care reviews and planning meetings.
• Carry out risk assessments and take appropriate steps to safeguard vulnerable individuals.
• Work collaboratively with internal and external agencies to promote recovery and maximise service user participation.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential case records.

Requirements

• Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Care Wales.
• Proven experience in mental health social work, preferably within a community or multi-agency setting.
• A valid driving licence and ability to travel as part of the role.
• Knowledge of WCCIS (Welsh Community Care Information System) is advantageous.

How to Apply

If you are interested, please call Chris Richardson on or email your CV to Christopher.richardson@servicecare.org.uk.
If this role isn’t right for you, but you know someone who would fit perfectly into our engaged and supportive team, you’ll receive a £350 referral bonus if they are successfully placed.

The benefits of working with SCS:

• A specialist, dedicated Social Work consultant offering a single point of contact.
• Exceptional referral bonuses – £350 per referral placed in work!
• A wide range of Social Work vacancies across the UK.
• Twice-weekly payroll, with Ltd and PAYE payment options.
• Annual training budget of up to £250 and access to ongoing CPD.
• Free DBS checks via fast-track online services.
• Excellent loyalty schemes and annual bonuses.