Relief Mental Health Officer, Aberdeen
We are looking for a registered Social Worker who holds a Mental Health Officer qualification to undertake occasional MHO work when Shetland patients are in hospital in Aberdeen. Hours are flexible.
The post-holder will predominantly be engaged in Mental Health Officer related tasks, as required by the legislation, but will also provide a social work and care management service as and when required.
The successful candidate will be employed by Shetland Islands Council but based in the Aberdeen area, and will work on a relief basis as agreed with the Team Leader – Mental Health. Although the post-holder will be working remotely regular support will be provided when required from the Team Leader and MHO colleagues. Regular supervision will also be provided.
A laptop, phone and any other necessary equipment will be provided to enable the successful candidate to carry out their duties.
More detail is provided in the Job Profile, Person Specification and Conditions of Service Summary attached to the bottom of this advert.
During the application process you are required to give the names of two persons not related to you, who we can contact to provide a reference to support your application.
This post is based in Aberdeen.
For further details relating to this post, please contact: Eleanor Stewart, Team Leader, Telephone 01595 744441 or email [email protected]
If you have a disability which prevents you from applying online, please call 01595 744032.
Information about Shetland
Shetland is an archipelago in the north of the British Isles where you’ll find freedom, wildlife and wild beauty, but also a rich culture and dynamic, forward-looking society. The Islands have a thriving and diverse economy full of opportunities and offer residents the ideal work/life balance. Shetland combines stunning coastal landscapes and wide open spaces with friendly, bustling island communities. Factor in Shetland’s impressive modern amenities, highly regarded schools and the Islands offer a work life balance rarely found elsewhere.
Find out more about:
Living and working in Shetland: here
The Shetland Islands Council: here
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