Job Overview:
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Community Mental Health Specialist to join our dynamic team in Arklow, Wicklow. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute meaningfully to mental health care in the community.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Provide comprehensive social work interventions as part of a multidisciplinary adult mental health service, supporting the mental, emotional, and social wellbeing of patients.
2. Complete psychosocial assessments, risk assessments, and contribute to diagnostic and treatment planning.
3. Deliver evidence-based interventions to individuals, families, and groups, promoting recovery-based practice and patient-centred care.
4. Collaborate with external agencies and community supports to enhance social inclusion and access to services.
5. Promote safeguarding and protection of vulnerable adults in line with national policies and procedures.
Candidate Requirements:
To be successful in this role, you will require a recognised qualification in Social Work and registration with CORU as a Professionally Qualified Social Worker. You will also need a minimum of 1 year's post-qualification experience in a mental health or related setting, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and full driving licence and access to own car.