Social Care Practitioner (Erewash Mental Health Team)

An opportunity has arisen within the Erewash Mental Health Team for a committed Social Care Practitioner.

The team works with people with mental health difficulties from the age of 16 onwards during transition and then into adulthood. You will require good working knowledge of the Care Act 2014, as you will be assessing clients care needs, and working with them and their support networks to create support plans, as well as knowledge of the Mental Health Act and other relevant legislation. Using person centred, strengths-based approaches you will be supporting people to lead fulfilled lives in our local communities.

A good working knowledge of Safeguarding is also essential as you will supporting social worker making enquiries.

**Please read the additional information attachments which will highlight in detail the essential/desirable attributes needed to apply for this role. Applicants will need to link their experience to the criteria stated in the attachment/s in order for the management team to choose the most suitable candidates for shortlisting**

We are continuing to offer a hybrid approach to working, and our team is currently working from home and from the office based on the needs of the service. The successful applicant will have access to work space at the base in Ilkeston.

Employees have access to a range of benefits and discounts including:

• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
• 25 days annual leave per year (rising to 30 days after 5 years continuous service) plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata). Grade dependant.
• Training and development opportunities
• Paid travel expenses if required to travel to other sites
• Smarter travel scheme including access to the cycle to work scheme
• Supportive management and team
• Access to our in-house occupational services which also includes free eye tests, physiotherapy and counselling
• Derbyshire rewards - offering hundreds of discounts and cashback

More details on the benefits of working for the council can be found on our reward and recognition page here

If you require any further informal information, please contact Lindsey Harrison, Service Manager on lindsey.harrison2@derbyshire.gov.uk

Week commencing 4th of May 2025

Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.

Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click here

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