Two permanent Social Work vacancies have arisen with the Mental Health Service Recovery East Team based in Hastings and the Recovery West Team based in Eastbourne. The first post is a full-time position in Hastings and the second post is a part-time (3 days) position in Eastbourne.   Both services work with a diverse client group aged 18 and over who present with severe and enduring mental health problems. We are co-located and work very closely with our health colleagues from Sussex Partnership Trust. Our work is both challenging and stimulating. You will need to hold a full driving licence or be able to demonstrate how you will meet the travelling requirements of the posts. Essential requirements for the post are; knowledge and experience of working with adults who have a Mental Health problem and of Safeguarding Adults at Risk. In addition to your Social Work qualification you would also ideally be qualified as an Approved Mental Health Practitioner or be willing to train in this role. The County Council provides comprehensive opportunities for training and professional development. Please indicate in your application whether you would be interested in the full time or part time post.

Hours of work: 37 hours and 22.5 hours per week.       Working patterns: 1 full time (Hastings)                             1 part time (3 days) (Eastbourne)   Closing date: This has been extended from Sunday 19 October 2014 and will now close as of Sunday 09 November 2014.   Interviews: To be held on Wednesday 05 November 2014 in Eastbourne