Mental Health Social Worker

Archer Resourcing; London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Archer Resourcing is seeking an experienced Social Worker for the Mental Health Team in Islington. This role involves managing a caseload, performing assessments, and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation. The position offers hybrid working hours and a referral bonus for successful applicants.

Benefits

Referral bonus of £250

Qualifications

• Registration with Social Work England is required.
• Enhanced DBS check within the last 12 months.
• Willingness to complete an enhanced DBS if not currently held.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of service users with mental health or dementia diagnoses.
• Undertake assessments of service users' needs.
• Support service users and carers with self-assessments.

Skills

Knowledge of the Care Act

Knowledge of Mental Health Act

Knowledge of Mental Capacity Act

Promoting welfare

Data Protection Act compliance

Education

Diploma or Degree in Social Work

Job description

Archer Resourcing has an excellent opportunity for an experienced Social Worker to join the Mental Health Team in Islington.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Working as part of a multi-disciplinary mental health team alongside colleagues employed by the NHS and other agencies.
• Managing a caseload of service users with a diagnosis of either a mental disorder and/or dementia.
• Promoting and safeguarding the welfare of young persons and vulnerable adults in your care and those you come into contact with.
• Undertaking assessments of service users' mental health or dementia needs as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Supporting service users and carers to undertake self-assessments and access direct payments.
• Providing evidence at Mental Health Tribunals and Managers Hearings as required.
• Advising on welfare rights and making referrals to the Maximising Income Team when necessary.
• Building close links with legal and housing services to support complex and vulnerable service users, responding promptly with information and reports.
• Ensuring duties are undertaken in compliance with the Data Protection Act, GDPR, and other legislation, policies, and guidance.
• Performing duties as directed by the team manager or other senior staff, according to service demands.

Requirements:

• Diploma or Degree in Social Work
• Registration with Social Work England
• Knowledge of the Care Act, Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, and relevant social services legislation concerning adult clients, especially those with mental health issues.
• Enhanced DBS check within the last 12 months. If on the update service, you could be fast-tracked through our recruitment process today.
• Willingness to complete an enhanced DBS if not currently held.

Notes:

• Duration: 3 – 6 months initially
• Hours: 9 am – 5 pm, hybrid working

Working with Archer Resourcing

We have been helping professionals find exciting roles for years, leveraging strong relationships with major UK social care employers to give you the best opportunities.

Due to high application volumes, we cannot respond to all applications. Your CV may be kept on file for future opportunities.

We offer a £250 referral bonus for anyone you refer who is suitable for this role.