Flexible Mental Health Social Worker: Cross-Setting Roles

Sensible Staffing; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

Flexible working arrangements

Ongoing support from recruitment consultant

Job summary

Sensible Staffing is recruiting Mental Health Social Workers in Birmingham for flexible temporary positions across various settings including NHS Mental Health Services and private hospitals. Candidates must have a degree in Social Work and be registered with Social Work England.

The role involves conducting mental health assessments, supporting individuals' recovery, and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation while maintaining accurate case records.

Enjoy competitive pay rates and opportunities to gain experience across multiple mental health settings.

Qualifications

• Experience in at least one of NHS, private hospitals, councils, or community-based mental health services.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation: Mental Health Act, Care Act, Mental Capacity Act.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct mental health assessments and develop care plans.
• Support service users experiencing a range of mental health conditions.
• Maintain accurate case records and ensure compliance with relevant legislation.

Skills

Mental health assessments

Collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams

Safeguarding support

Crisis intervention

Education

Degree in Social Work

Registered with Social Work England

Job description

Are you a Mental Health Social Worker looking for flexible temporary work?

Sensible Staffing is currently recruiting Mental Health Social Workers to work across a variety of settings, including:
NHS Mental Health Services
Private Hospitals
Local Councils
Community-Based Mental Health Services
Other Specialist Providers

We welcome applications from social workers with experience in at least one of these settings who are eager to expand their skills across different areas of mental health support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct mental health assessments and develop care plans in line with individual needs.
• Work with service users experiencing a range of mental health conditions, supporting their recovery and well-being.
• Collaborate with NHS teams, private healthcare providers, social services, and voluntary organizations.
• Provide safeguarding support and risk management for vulnerable individuals.
• Support hospital discharge planning, crisis intervention, and community reintegration.
• Maintain accurate case records and ensure compliance with relevant legislation.

Requirements:

Degree in Social Work (or equivalent qualification).
Registered with Social Work England (or relevant body).
Experience in at least one of the following areas: NHS, private hospitals, councils, or community-based mental health services.
Knowledge of relevant legislation (Mental Health Act, Care Act, Mental Capacity Act).
Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
A compassionate and proactive approach to supporting individuals with mental health needs.

Why Work with Sensible Staffing?

Competitive pay rates and flexible working arrangements.
Opportunities to gain experience across multiple mental health settings.
Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment consultant.
Access to exclusive job opportunities across the NHS, private sector, and local authorities.