Job Title: Adult Mental Health Social Worker Location: Westmorland Contract: 3-month contract, ongoing Pay Rate: £36 per hour umbrella £31.66 PAYE (inclusive) £28.25 PAYE (exclusive) Job Overview We are currently recruiting an experienced Adult Mental Health Social Worker to join a Local Authority Adult Services team based in Westmorland. This role involves working with adults experiencing mental health needs, ensuring timely interventions, robust assessments, and person-centred support planning in line with statutory responsibilities. Key Responsibilities Undertake statutory adult mental health assessments under the Care Act 2014 Complete Mental Health Act (1983, as amended) work as required Manage a caseload of adults with complex mental health needs Develop and review care and support plans to promote independence and wellbeing Undertake risk assessments and crisis intervention where necessary Work collaboratively with health professionals, Community Mental Health Teams, and partner agencies Safeguard adults at risk in line with local and national policy Maintain accurate, timely, and high-quality case records Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and reviews Essential Requirements Qualified Social Worker Registered with Social Work England Recent experience in Adult Mental Health Social Work within a Local Authority Sound working knowledge of the Care Act 2014 and Mental Health Act Strong assessment, risk management, and decision-making skills Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams Enhanced DBS (Update Service desirable) Why Apply? Competitive hourly rate Ongoing contract opportunity Experience within a well-established Adult Mental Health service Supportive team environment To apply or for more information, please email: andrew.wiles@servicecare.org.uk