Adult's SW - MH Team - Durham

Caritas Recruitment; Tudhoe; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Caritas Recruitment Limited is seeking an experienced Adult Social Worker to join a busy Mental Health Team in Tudhoe. You will assess needs under Care Act, conduct reviews and safeguarding enquiries, and develop person-centred support plans to promote independence, wellbeing and recovery for adults with complex mental health needs.

You will work within a multidisciplinary team, liaising with families, carers and partner agencies.

Qualifications

• Recognised Social Work qualification.
• Current registration with Social Work England.
• Sound understanding of Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, safeguarding procedures and relevant mental health legislation.
• AMHP qualification desired or willingness to work towards it.

Responsibilities

• Undertake comprehensive Care Act assessments, reviews and safeguarding enquiries.
• Develop, implement and review outcome-focused support plans.
• Arrange appropriate services and ensure care remains responsive to changing needs.
• Manage a varied caseload and contribute to risk assessments.
• Support people through periods of crisis and transition.
• Build relationships with health colleagues, providers, advocacy services and other partners.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate clearly, prioritising in a demanding environment.

Skills

Care Act

Safeguarding

Multi-disciplinary collaboration

Education

Social Work degree

Job description

An experienced and committed Adult Social Worker is required to join a busy Mental Health Team supporting adults with a range of complex mental health needs. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference by promoting independence, wellbeing, recovery and choice while ensuring that people receive safe, proportionate and person-centred support.

You will undertake comprehensive Care Act assessments, reviews and safeguarding enquiries, working collaboratively with individuals, their families, carers and a range of partner agencies. You will develop, implement and review outcome-focused support plans, arrange appropriate services and ensure that care and support remains responsive to changing needs. The role will involve managing a varied caseload, contributing to risk assessments and supporting people through periods of crisis and transition.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will build effective professional relationships with health colleagues, providers, advocacy services and other community partners. You will promote least restrictive practice, positive risk-taking and strengths-based approaches, while maintaining a clear focus on legal duties, professional standards and the rights of the people you support. Accurate, timely recording and confident communication will be essential, alongside the ability to prioritise work in a demanding environment.

Applicants must hold a recognised Social Work qualification and current registration with Social Work England. You should have recent experience of adult social care, ideally within a mental health setting, and a sound understanding of the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, safeguarding procedures and relevant mental health legislation. Experience of working with complex needs, multi-agency teams and statutory assessments is highly desirable. An AMHP qualification, or a willingness to work towards this where appropriate, would be advantageous.

You will be organised, resilient and committed to continuous professional development, with the professional judgement to work autonomously while contributing positively to a supportive team. A full driving licence and access to transport may be required, depending on service needs.