4 Month Contract With A Local Authority
Job Purpose:
* We are seeking an experienced Mental Health Social Worker to join our Adults Duty Mental Health Team, working Monday to Friday on a full-time basis. The successful candidate will be the first point of contact for urgent and new mental health cases, managing complex situations in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Act as a duty worker 5 days per week, responding to urgent referrals and new cases within Adult Mental Health.
* Provide timely risk assessments, crisis interventions, and signposting or allocation for further intervention.
* Prioritise cases effectively under pressure, balancing urgent and routine responsibilities.
* Manage a complex caseload of adults with severe and enduring mental health conditions.
* Undertake Care Act assessments, mental capacity assessments, and other statutory duties under relevant legislation.
* Work within the framework of the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, and Section 117 aftercare.
* Attend and contribute to ward rounds, CPA meetings, and Mental Health Tribunals.
* Collaborate with housing teams, brokerage services, and clinical professionals to coordinate care packages and accommodation.
* Liaise with legal representatives, court staff, and safeguarding partners as needed.
* Undertake safeguarding enquiries in line with the Care Act and local procedures.
* Prepare documentation for and attend Court of Protection hearings as necessary.
* Ensure adherence to statutory duties, including accurate and timely record-keeping.
* Travel within and outside the borough to complete home visits, attend hospital discharge planning meetings, and represent the team at external settings.
Requirements:
* Qualified Social Worker (e.g., BA/BSc/Master’s in Social Work, DipSW, CQSW).
* Registered with Social Work England.
* Minimum of 2–3 years’ experience working in adult mental health services.
* Proven ability to manage complex mental health cases independently.
* Experience with Section 117, Court of Protection, Mental Health Tribunals, and multi-disciplinary working.
* Skilled in prioritising under pressure and managing high workloads.
* Experience conducting safeguarding enquiries and statutory assessments under the Care Act 2014.
* Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle.
Additional Information
* Working Hours: 36 per Week
* Enhanced DBS is Required
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