Approved Mental Health Social Worker

North East Jobs; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional mental health service provider in England is seeking an Approved Mental Health Professional to join their friendly team. Responsibilities include conducting mental health assessments and collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team to support individuals with complex needs. Candidates must have relevant social work qualifications and an AMHP qualification. This role supports independence and wellbeing in mental health settings.

Benefits

Professional support and supervision

Flexible working patterns considered

Qualifications

• Must possess relevant social work qualifications.
• Experience in mental health settings preferred.
• Ability to manage a reduced caseload effectively.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments under the Mental Health Act 1983.
• Undertake duties under the Care Act including assessments.
• Work closely with mental health colleagues in a multi-disciplinary team.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Assessments under the Mental Health Act

Care Act assessments

Education

Degree in Social Work or equivalent

Approved Mental Health Professional qualification

Social Work England registration

Job description

An opportunity has arisen for an Approved Mental Health Professional to work as part of a mental health social work team, providing services to individuals who experience mental illness and may have complex, multiple needs. This is a friendly and supportive team committed to person centred practice which helps promote independence, wellbeing and choice. The role includes carrying out assessments under the Mental Health Act 1983 (as amended 2007) on a rota basis. You will also undertake duties under the Care Act (2014) including Care Act assessments and Section 42 enquiries and manage a reduced caseload. The role involves close working with mental health colleagues within a multi-disciplinary framework.



This is a 4 day post and alternative part-time working patterns will also be considered. Applicants should state their preference in the application.



You must have a relevant Social Work qualification such as a Degree in Social Work, DipSW, CQSW, or CSS, or equivalent, an Approved Mental Health Professional qualification and Social Work England registration. Professional support, supervision and appraisal will be provided by the Team Manager of the Community Mental Health Team and the AMHP lead.



To arrange an informal discussion, please contact Penny Hardman, Team Manager, by email at [e-mail]



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