Social Worker – Mental Health, Learning Disabilities & Transitions Team
Job Title: Locum Social Worker – Mental Health, Learning Disabilities & Transitions Team
Specialism: Mental Health
Job Location: Sutton, UK
Salary: £32 Hourly
Employment Type: Locum, Full Time, 3 Months
Are you ready for a rewarding new challenge in the heart of Sutton? We are looking for a skilled Social Worker to join the Mental Health, Learning Disabilities & Transitions Team on a locum basis. This full-time role offers an hourly rate of £32 for an initial contract of 3 months. The position requires you to dive into engaging and meaningful work, specifically handling hospital discharges and managing complex adult mental health cases within the local authority’s mental health team.
Perks and benefits:
* Locum job: Enjoy the flexibility and control that only a locum position can offer, with the opportunity to balance work with your personal life according to your needs.
* Competitive pay rate: Benefit from a tempting hourly rate that truly reflects your expertise and dedication.
* Professional development: Expand your skills and enhance your resume by working with a diverse set of mental health scenarios and a collaborative team environment.
* Networking opportunities: Build professional relationships within a dynamic team to broaden your career horizons.
What you will do:
* Manage complex adult mental health cases and coordinate seamless hospital discharge processes.
* Conduct statutory Care Act tasks, including Care Act assessments, reviews, and care planning.
* Work effectively alongside multi-disciplinary professionals, attending ward rounds and collaborating with Housing and brokerage services.
* Handle Court of Protection applications and take part in Mental Health Tribunals.
* Carry out Safeguarding Enquiries and perform duty work efficiently.
* Travel around and beyond the borough as needed, requiring you to have a valid driver’s license and your own transport.
* Thrive in a fast-paced environment by proactively managing and prioritising workloads, ensuring urgent cases receive the attention they require.
Come discover why Sutton is not just a great place to work, but also a wonderful place to live. With its vibrant community, excellent transport links, and access to some of London’s finest parks and cultural heritage sites, Sutton offers a fantastic quality of life. Join us and make a real difference in the mental health sector today!
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