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Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior, Mid & Senior Level
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    Healthcare

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  • You must be a motivated senior social worker skilled in dual diagnosis, working effectively in multi-agency settings, and promoting recovery through strength-based approaches.
  • You will conduct assessments collaboratively, support recovery-focused practices, and ensure integrated care for service users with complex needs, promoting inclusion and adhering to statutory duties.

Requirements

  • An exciting opportunity has arisen for highly motivated senior social worker to join Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (EPUT) as locally we invest in the development of social workers to deliver the NHS Long Term Plan.
  • EPUT is a highly successful and ambitious organisation dedicated to providing mental health services, substance misuse services and other specialist award winning services to a population of approximately 2.5million throughout Essex, Bedfordshire, Suffolk and Luton.
  • We are seeking enthusiastic and resourceful senior social workers for a two year fixed term contract, who will respond positively and creatively to the needs of individuals.
  • You will work as a Dual Diagnosis Practitioner alongside the community services in West Essex and work with the Essex Specialist Treatment and Recovery Services (STaRS) (excluding Southend and Thurrock) leading on the delivery and provision of an integrated service for people with co-existing substance misuse and mental health problems.
  • The Trust employs the definition of dual diagnosis as referring to people with a severe mental illness (including schizophrenia, schizotypal and delusional disorders, bipolar affective disorder and severe depressive episodes with or without psychotic episodes) combined with misuse of substances (the use of legal or illicit drugs, including alcohol and medicine, in a way that causes mental or physical damage).
  • Integral to your role will be whole family working and a multi-agency ethos, underpinned by a non-judgmental attitude and approach.
  • You will support the delivery of strength and asset based approaches promoting recovery and social inclusion with individuals and families including Motivational Interviewing techniques.
  • This post will involve implementing the personalisation agenda through strengths based assessments and you’ll be vital to delivering the statutory social care duties and responsibilities within the Care Act (2014).
  • EPUT are looking for motivated staff who shares our Trust values of Care, Learn and Empower.
  • As a newly appointed employee you are responsible for incurring the cost of your initial DBS check relevant to your post, the amount will be deducted from your first salary with the Trust.
  • Applications for Job Share are positively welcomed.
  • Our Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
  • We particularly welcome applications from people with experience of using mental health services.
  • We also hold the Disability two tick symbol and have made the pledge to commit to employing more people with learning disabilities, we encourage people with a disability to apply.
  • If you require this application form in another format i.e. Braille or audio tape etc, please contact the Recruitment Department on 01375 364513 or email epunft.recruitment.adverts@nhs.net and we can arrange for this to be dispatched to you.
  • We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff to undertake this commitment.
  • Applicants will be subject to robust safer recruitment processes.

Responsibilities

  • Integral to your role will be whole family working and a multi-agency ethos, underpinned by a non-judgmental attitude and approach. You will undertake assessments and joint assessments with a range of services including Community Mental Health Services, Criminal Justice, Essex STaRS service and the third sector to ensure that service users with multiple needs are not passed from one service to another.
  • You will support the delivery of strength and asset based approaches promoting recovery and social inclusion with individuals and families including Motivational Interviewing techniques. This post will involve implementing the personalisation agenda through strengths based assessments and you’ll be vital to delivering the statutory social care duties and responsibilities within the Care Act (2014).

FAQs

What is the main focus of the Dual Diagnosis Practitioner role?

The main focus of the Dual Diagnosis Practitioner role is to deliver integrated services for individuals with co-existing mental health issues and substance misuse problems, working collaboratively with various community services.

Is this position permanent?

No, this position is a two-year fixed-term contract.

What qualifications are needed to apply for this role?

Candidates should be highly motivated senior social workers with experience in mental health and substance misuse services, as well as relevant qualifications in social work.

What kind of working environment can I expect?

You can expect a supportive working environment that emphasizes whole family working, multi-agency collaboration, and a non-judgmental approach to care.

Are there opportunities for professional development?

Yes, EPUT offers excellent training facilities and opportunities for professional development for all staff.

Does the Trust support flexible working?

Yes, the Trust actively encourages flexible working for all employees and options can be discussed with the recruiting manager.

Are there benefits provided for employees?

Yes, employees can enjoy various benefits including season ticket loans, NHS discounts, a buying and selling annual leave scheme, and salary sacrifice schemes.

What is the staff bank?

The staff bank is managed by EPUT and hires clinical and non-clinical staff for shifts at Trust hospitals and community settings, ensuring safe and effective care.

Will I incur costs for my DBS check?

Yes, as a newly appointed employee, you will be responsible for the cost of your initial DBS check, which will be deducted from your first salary.

Are applications from those with lived experience of mental health services encouraged?

Yes, the Trust particularly welcomes applications from individuals who have experience of using mental health services.

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Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

We care for people every day. What we do together, matters.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
2017
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (EPUT) provides a variety of mental health, learning disability, and community health services across Essex. Their mission is to offer high-quality, compassionate care that promotes mental and physical well-being. They focus on improving patient outcomes through integrated, person-centered services that address the diverse needs of their community, ensuring accessible and effective support for all individuals.