Mental Health Social Worker – Adults

mbi Medical Ltd; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Mental Health Social Worker to fulfill local authority duties in psychiatric wards. The role includes assessments under the Care Act, supporting safeguarding enquiries, and discharge planning in collaboration with community mental health teams.

Qualifications

• Qualifications in mental health or social work required.
• Experience with Care Act and Mental Capacity Act.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments under the Care Act.
• Support discharge planning and liaise with community mental health teams.

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Mental Health Social Worker – Adults, Bury St Edmunds

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Client:

mbi Medical Ltd

Location:

Bury St Edmunds, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

6

Posted:

02.06.2025

Expiry Date:

17.07.2025

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Job Description:

To discharge local authority duties in respect of adults in the two psychiatric wards at Wedgwood House in Bury St Edmunds.

This would include assessments under the Care Act and Mental Capacity Act.

As well as supporting with safeguarding enquiries, supporting discharge planning and sourcing placement or care packages, liaising with the community mental health teams to support follow up, and applying for funding or grants as needed to support discharge.