Senior Social Worker (Band 6) – Community Mental Health

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust in Hemel Hempstead invites applications for a Social Worker Band 6 within the Enhanced Rehabilitation Outreach Service (EROS). The role focuses on assessment, care planning and coordinating social care with a recovery-focused approach in the community.

You will work in a multi-disciplinary team to provide high-quality social care, safeguarding, and support for adults with complex mental health needs, while adhering to professional

Qualifications

• Registered social worker with a recognised qualification and eligible to practise.
• Registration with Social Work England is required.
• Experience with outcomes-focused assessments and personalisation.
• Training in safeguarding and in AMHP/Best Interests is desirable.
• Knowledge of adult social care law and practice is essential.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out comprehensive assessments and reviews with complex needs.
• Lead on safeguarding procedures and contribute to care plans.
• Provide information and signpost to appropriate services.
• Ensure commissioning of health and social care services for users.
• Undertake regular risk assessments and ensure safety.
• Offer supervision to newly qualified staff and AMHP colleagues.
• Fulfil AMHP duties or undertake AMHP training when required.

Education

Professional social work qualification

Registration with Social Work England

Outcomes-focused assessments training

Safeguarding training

AMHP/Best Interests Training

Job description

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust in Hemel Hempstead invites applications for a Social Worker Band 6 within the Enhanced Rehabilitation Outreach Service (EROS). The role focuses on assessment, care planning and coordinating social care with a recovery-focused approach in the community.

You will work in a multi-disciplinary team to provide high-quality social care, safeguarding, and support for adults with complex mental health needs, while adhering to professional