Permanent role with a Local Authority Job Summary: • This role offers the opportunity to work as a qualified Mental Health Social Worker or Senior Practitioner (AMHP), delivering high-quality social care services to adults experiencing mental health difficulties. • The post holder will work within an integrated health and social care team, managing a caseload of complex cases, carrying out statutory duties, and supporting people to improve wellbeing, independence, and recovery. • The position involves strong partnership working with internal teams and external organisations including health providers, carers, and service users. • There is scope for career development through structured progression and involvement in mentoring or supervisory responsibilities. Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample): • Manage a caseload of service users and carers with complex mental health needs. • Undertake statutory responsibilities under the Care Act 2014, Mental Health Act 1983, and Mental Capacity Act 2005. • Conduct assessments, develop outcome-based support plans, and carry out reviews and reassessments. • Work collaboratively with health professionals and other partners to deliver an integrated, person-centred approach. • Participate in and contribute to safeguarding investigations concerning adults and children, ensuring timely actions and referrals. • Provide professional supervision, mentorship and practice education for colleagues, students, and trainee AMHPs. • Maintain high standards of documentation, data protection, and confidentiality across all workstreams. • Contribute to service development, improvement initiatives, and uphold principles of equality, diversity, and customer service excellence. • Participate in AMHP rota and undertake Mental Health Act assessments, if qualified. • Support the implementation of recovery and reablement models to promote independence and reduce long-term service dependency. Skills/Experience: • Extensive working knowledge of legislation relevant to adult mental health and social care. • Demonstrable experience of managing complex cases and delivering statutory interventions. • Proven ability to build effective relationships with service users, carers, and professional stakeholders. • Strong communication, risk assessment, and decision-making skills. • Ability to work flexibly and independently while contributing positively to team culture. • Experience of safeguarding adults and/or children, ideally within a local authority or NHS setting. • Familiarity with electronic case management systems and recording standards. • This post supports professional development through supervision, practice education, and access to AMHP/BIA training opportunities. • Flexibility is required for occasional work outside standard office hours. • The role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and compliance with professional registration requirements. • Progression to a senior grade is available upon achieving AMHP status and meeting defined performance criteria. • Applicants are expected to demonstrate a commitment to person-centred care, continuous learning, and multi-agency collaboration. Additional Information: • Recognised professional qualification in Social Work (e.g., DipSW, CQSW, or equivalent) and registration with the appropriate professional body. • AMHP and/or BIA qualification desirable; willingness to train if not yet qualified.