Join the MoD in RAF Digby near Ashby de la Launde, Lincolnshire as a Mental Health Social Worker!

Are you a dedicated and experienced Mental Health Social Worker looking for a rewarding opportunity within a dynamic and supportive environment?

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) at RAF Digby, Lincolnshire is seeking a passionate and skilled Mental Health Social Worker to join the dedicated Department of Community Mental Health (DCMH). This is an exciting chance to make a real difference to the lives of service personnel and their families, working within the Defence Mental Health Social Work Service and the wider Defence Mental Health Services.

This is a part time role - 20 hours

Key Responsibilities:

As a Mental Health Social Worker, your main duties will include (but are not limited to):

* Working with service personnel to get them back into service or those being medically discharged from the military due to mental health diagnosis ranging from depression, bipolar, adjustment disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder

* Sick at home support, liaising within the military support system and community services, referring to various charitable organisations and supporting housing issues

* Pension and compensation advice

* Senior safeguarding lead within the DCMH and wider circle i.e. G.Ps and health colleagues

* Offer carer support and can support service users for up to two years following discharge date after DCMH support finished, so working independently

* Managing a diverse patient caseload efficiently and effectively

What they Offer:

* The opportunity to work within a unique and supportive environment within the Defence community.

* A chance to make a tangible difference to the well-being of service personnel and their families.

* A collaborative and multi-disciplinary team environment.

QUALIFICATION MINIMUM AND EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL:

* Individuals must possess a Degree and/or Diploma in Social Work or a suitable equivalent that is recognised by Social Work England

* Must be currently registered with Social Work England and must produce proof of registration when required

* Possess or undergo a DBS check

* Possess a full and valid UK driving license

* Must be able to demonstrate that extensive post qualifying experience in mental health social work has been gained and put into regular practice

* Must have recognised, relevant and significant social work experience and delivery in a mental health setting such as a CMHT, Hospital or other recognised and relevant mental health team

DESIRABLE:

* Experience with a wide range of Mental Health conditions and with Regionally associated legal and regulatory issues, (it is recognised that these can differ in, for example, Scotland)

* Significant experience of working in a multi-disciplinary mental health setting

* Previous experience or knowledge of Tri-Service resettlement procedures and/or NHS Hospital discharge procedures

* Previous mental health social work experience in, or associated with, the Armed Forces

For more information, please contact Paula Reynolds