AMHP Mental Health Social Worker - Hybrid, Supportive Team

Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council; Lancashire; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Supportive multidisciplinary team

Job summary

Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council is seeking an experienced Mental Health Social Worker (AMHP qualified) for the Adult Social Care Mental Health Team at Daisyfield Mill, Blackburn. The role involves Mental Health Act assessments, managing a community caseload and Care Act 2014 responsibilities.

Salary to £41,177–£45,529 per year, plus an AMHP market supplement of £2,000. Hybrid working is available. Closing date for applications is 29 November 2026.

Qualifications

• Registered as a Social Worker with Social Work England.
• Qualified AMHP.
• Clean driving licence and access to a car.

Responsibilities

• Be part of a co-located team working with people with severe and enduring mental health conditions.
• Undertake Mental Health Act assessments as part of your role.
• Manage a community caseload and complete Care Act 2014 assessments and MCA 2005 enquiries.
• Implement the Care Act 2014 and complete high-quality assessments and care and support plans.
• Prioritise work based on need and risk and maintain flexibility.

Skills

Genuine interest in strengths-based工作?

Autonomous with multidisciplinary team

Caseload management

Education

Registered Social Worker with Social Work England

AMHP qualification

Job description

Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council is seeking an experienced Mental Health Social Worker (AMHP qualified) for the Adult Social Care Mental Health Team at Daisyfield Mill, Blackburn. The role involves Mental Health Act assessments, managing a community caseload and Care Act 2014 responsibilities.

Salary to £41,177–£45,529 per year, plus an AMHP market supplement of £2,000. Hybrid working is available. Closing date for applications is 29 November 2026.