AMHP Senior Emergency Duty Social Worker – Out of Hours

Powys County Council; Wales; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in Wales is seeking a qualified AMHP for a senior practitioner position in their Emergency Duty Team. The role involves delivering crisis interventions after hours, conducting safeguarding investigations, and supporting both children and adults. The successful candidate must demonstrate independent decision-making skills, maintain accurate records, and work in collaboration with other agencies. This position is critical to ensure responsive support for the community during emergencies.

Qualifications

• Must be AMHP qualified.
• Experience in child safeguarding is essential.
• Ability to deliver emergency services outside normal hours.

Responsibilities

• Deliver emergency social work services to children and adults.
• Prioritise referrals based on risk and need.
• Provide advice to residents and external agencies.

Skills

Emergency social work services

Child safeguarding

Crisis intervention

Mental Health Act assessments

Independent decision-making

Education

AMHP qualification

Job description

A local council in Wales is seeking a qualified AMHP for a senior practitioner position in their Emergency Duty Team. The role involves delivering crisis interventions after hours, conducting safeguarding investigations, and supporting both children and adults. The successful candidate must demonstrate independent decision-making skills, maintain accurate records, and work in collaboration with other agencies. This position is critical to ensure responsive support for the community during emergencies.