Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for an Apprentice Social Worker to join our CAMHS team.
If you are successful in obtaining an interview for this position you will also be required to complete a University specific application form which we will send to you.
A candidate information session is being held virtually on 1st May at 14:00 with OU and CAMHS Apprentice lead for those who want to ask further questions.
Additional links and information
Please see the links to additional information & links
- The prerecorded SWDA programme information Information sessions - Social Worker Degree Apprenticeship | Open University
- The SWDA OU webpages Social Worker Degree Apprenticeship | Open University
- Professional Capabilities Framework (PCF) Point of entry to training | BASW
- Institute of apprenticeships including updates on the revisions to the standard : SWDA Standards
- Social Work England Regulatory standards Social Work England (SWE)
- Social Work for ALL website: Widening Access to Social work Training
Main duties of the job
You will be a member of one of the Community or Urgent Care Teams in Somerset's Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS).
They will have the responsibility for supporting the assessment, treatment and evaluation of intensive treatment provided to clients referred to the team whilst undertaking their Social Work training as part of a supported apprenticeship.
The post holder will provide direct practical support and therapeutic interventions to children and young people within the CAMHS Service. The post holder will work under supervision and direction of qualified staff and will be expected to work in a wide range of clinical and community settings.
The post holder will provide support to parents/ carers of children and young people with complex mental health problems in liaison with care co-ordinators, other Trust staff and relevant external agencies.
The post holder will be working as part of the CAMHS multi-disciplinary team, and his/her interventions will be part of the overall care plan for the child/family.
About us
As an organisation, the NHS offers a wide range of benefits including flexible working, pension contributions, market leading annual leave allowance, career progression and regular conversations, not to mention our Blue Light Card and NHS exclusive discounts.
The benefits of working in Somerset include the idyllic countryside, with our areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines. You will get to enjoy these perks whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.
There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable. You will experience the best of both in Somerset, the countryside and the cosmopolitan - there is truly something for everyone!
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Planning and OrganisationTo ensure patient records are maintained in line with trust policy
- To work in line with trust Lone Working Policy
- To ensure your diary is kept up-to-date
- To ensure work is prioritised in line with clinical need
Responsibility for Patient / Client Care, Treatment & Therapy
- To develop an understanding and subsequently undertake a range of procedures and practices underpinned by theoretical knowledge or relevant practice. To undertake training to be able to deliver brief interventions for a range of mental health difficulties to children and young people.
- To develop an ability to undertake appropriate assessments, develop personalised care plans and offer interventions which are evidence-based.
- To develop an ability to identify and discuss a range of health and social care needs with service users, carers and other professionals.
- To develop the ability to co-ordinate packages of care and interventions, underpinned by the principles of the Recovery Car Programme Approach (RCPA)
- To identify realistic and measurable goals /targets utilising evidence based approaches.
- To provide support and advice to service users, carers, colleagues and other professionals.
- To provide other healthcare professionals with specialised advice regarding mental health issues.
- To evaluate and reflect upon the quality of care given and the goals achieved.
- Be responsible for maintaining and influencing professional standards in relation to government policy, frameworks and Trust directives.
- Responsibility for Supervision, Leadership & Management
- Develop a responsibility for own learning, keeping up to date with research, development and policies.
- To undertake the full range of mandatory training as required by the Trust, and take personal responsibility for ensuring this is kept up to date.
- To ensure accurate records of learning are kept using the designated systems and procedures.
- To maintain standards of conduct and dress in line with professional accountability and role within the Trust.
- Be aware of and work within Safeguarding Children legislation and policies.
Applicants must meet the eligibility criteria of the University and have 12 months of experience within a relevant role supporting children and young people or users of mental health services.
Please refer to the JD and the additional information leaflet.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Planning and OrganisationTo ensure patient records are maintained in line with trust policy
- To work in line with trust Lone Working Policy
- To ensure your diary is kept up-to-date
- To ensure work is prioritised in line with clinical need
Responsibility for Patient / Client Care, Treatment & Therapy
- To develop an understanding and subsequently undertake a range of procedures and practices underpinned by theoretical knowledge or relevant practice. To undertake training to be able to deliver brief interventions for a range of mental health difficulties to children and young people.
- To develop an ability to undertake appropriate assessments, develop personalised care plans and offer interventions which are evidence-based.
- To develop an ability to identify and discuss a range of health and social care needs with service users, carers and other professionals.
- To develop the ability to co-ordinate packages of care and interventions, underpinned by the principles of the Recovery Car Programme Approach (RCPA)
- To identify realistic and measurable goals /targets utilising evidence based approaches.
- To provide support and advice to service users, carers, colleagues and other professionals.
- To provide other healthcare professionals with specialised advice regarding mental health issues.
- To evaluate and reflect upon the quality of care given and the goals achieved.
- Be responsible for maintaining and influencing professional standards in relation to government policy, frameworks and Trust directives.
- Responsibility for Supervision, Leadership & Management
- Develop a responsibility for own learning, keeping up to date with research, development and policies.
- To undertake the full range of mandatory training as required by the Trust, and take personal responsibility for ensuring this is kept up to date.
- To ensure accurate records of learning are kept using the designated systems and procedures.
- To maintain standards of conduct and dress in line with professional accountability and role within the Trust.
- Be aware of and work within Safeguarding Children legislation and policies.
Applicants must meet the eligibility criteria of the University and have 12 months of experience within a relevant role supporting children and young people or users of mental health services.
Please refer to the JD and the additional information leaflet.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Demonstrate the potential to study at undergraduate degree level
- Maths GCSE Grade C/4 or certified equivalent
- English GCSE Grade C/4 or certified equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience in mental health or social care setting
Desirable
- Experience of working with children and young people.
Communication skills
Essential
- oEmpathy and ability to communicate and engage with client group and families/carers.
- oAbility to work independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
- oAbility to evidence understanding and importance of safeguarding and child protection
Planning and organisational skills
Essential
- Excellent organisational skills, ability to manage own time and plan timed activities, including building in travel time to and between appointments.
- Good level of computer literacy
Communication skills
Essential
- Effective communication with colleagues at all levels within the organisation and external organisations.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Demonstrate the potential to study at undergraduate degree level
- Maths GCSE Grade C/4 or certified equivalent
- English GCSE Grade C/4 or certified equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience in mental health or social care setting
Desirable
- Experience of working with children and young people.
Communication skills
Essential
- oEmpathy and ability to communicate and engage with client group and families/carers.
- oAbility to work independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
- oAbility to evidence understanding and importance of safeguarding and child protection
Planning and organisational skills
Essential
- Excellent organisational skills, ability to manage own time and plan timed activities, including building in travel time to and between appointments.
- Good level of computer literacy
Communication skills
Essential
- Effective communication with colleagues at all levels within the organisation and external organisations.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
