Responsibilities
* Deliver statutory functions under the Mental Health Act (1983) including Mental Health Act assessments.
* Provide leadership and decision‑making in urgent and complex mental health situations.
* Collaborate with health and social care professionals to safeguard and support individuals in crisis.
* Undertake assessments, contribute to care planning, and support risk management across inpatient and community settings.
* Maintain accurate, analytical records and prepare high‑quality written reports.
* Offer guidance to colleagues and act as a role model for best practice in mental health social work.
* Participate in the AMHP rota and contribute to service development and reflective practice sessions.
* Act as a specialist, single‑point of contact social work consultant.
Qualifications
* Qualified in social work.
* Held AMHP qualification and currently warrant.
* Substantial post‑qualifying experience in mental health settings, including statutory work.
* Strong working knowledge of the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, Human Rights Act and associated legislation.
* Excellent assessment, risk analysis and crisis intervention skills.
* Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multi‑agency context.
* Flexible and resilient with a commitment to continuous professional development.
* DBS disclosures are provided via fast‑track online services free of charge.
Benefits
* Referral bonus of £350 per referral placed into work.
* Annual training budget of up to £250 and ongoing online CPD training.
* Excellent annual loyalty schemes and bonuses.
* Payroll service twice a week; Ltd and PAYE payment options available.
* Nationwide provider of social work staff to over 200 local authorities.
About the Role
Oldham Council is expanding its dedicated AMHP Social Work team and is recruiting seven full‑time and one part‑time Approved Mental Health Professional Social Worker to join our forward‑thinking, person‑centred Mental Health Service.
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