Social Worker Mental Health
Social Worker Mental Health
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19-06-2025
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Job Description
3 months contract with local authority
Job Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated Mental Health Practitioner to assess the needs of individuals with acute complex or enduring mental health problems and their carers. The role involves formulating and implementing care plans in collaboration with service users and carers as well as monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of services provided. The successful candidate will work within a multi-disciplinary Community Mental Health Team (CMHT) to ensure the delivery of high-quality care and support.
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Conduct Mental Health Act (MHA1983 amended 2007) assessments and fulfill statutory functions if qualified as an Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP). Participate in the AMHP borough-wide rota.
- Participate in assessments as required as a Best Interest Assessor for Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DOLS).
- Collaborate with service users and their carers to assess and identify their needs ensuring that these needs are met to enhance their quality of life and independence.
- Work in partnership with internal and external professionals and organizations involved in assessment and service provision through effective communication and consultation networks.
- Provide professional advice and expertise to less experienced staff including students and colleagues and manage a complex caseload. Establish monitor and review care plans in line with the Care Act and identify measurable outcomes for service users and carers.
- Contribute to the control of team budgets by agreeing priorities with service users and carers to ensure quality and best value at all times.
- Identify and ensure the welfare benefit entitlement of individuals in the community or in hospital in accordance with legislation and available resources.
- Contribute to civil emergency plans and respond to emergencies supporting colleagues in the local Social Care teams and assessing/managing risk if required and where appropriate.
- Undertake safeguarding investigations ensuring adherence to the Council s safeguarding policy and procedures while working with vulnerable adults and children.
- Familiarize uphold and promote the aims of the Council s Equality and Diversity policies in the course of day-to-day work.
Requirements
- Qualification as an Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) is preferred
- Best Interest Assessor qualification for Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DOLS) is desirable
- Experience in conducting mental health assessments and formulating care plans
- Strong understanding of relevant legislation and policies
- Excellent communication and interpersonal
Requirements: Proven experience in quality assurance and reviewing services for children and young people Strong understanding of statutory and regulatory safeguarding requirements Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment Commitment to championing the rights and well-being of children and young people
Employment Type
Full Time
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