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Mental Health Social Worker
Job summary
A staffing agency is recruiting for a Mental Health Social Worker to provide flexible temporary support across various sectors including NHS and private healthcare. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, developing care plans, and collaborating with multiple organizations to support recovery and well-being. Applicants need a degree in Social Work and relevant registration. This role offers competitive pay and opportunities for varied experiences.
Benefits
Qualifications
- Degree in Social Work (or equivalent qualification).
- Registered with Social Work England (or relevant body).
- Experience in one of the following: NHS, private hospitals, councils, or community-based settings.
- Knowledge of Mental Health Act and Care Act.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Compassionate approach to supporting individuals.
Responsibilities
- Conduct mental health assessments and develop care plans.
- Work with service users experiencing mental health conditions.
- Collaborate with NHS teams and voluntary organizations.
- Provide safeguarding support and risk management.
- Support hospital discharge planning and community reintegration.
- Maintain accurate case records.
Skills
Education
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, and 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Note: This description reflects the primary role details and does not imply any specific current openings beyond the information provided.
* The salary benchmark is based on the target salaries of market leaders in their relevant sectors. It is intended to serve as a guide to help Premium Members assess open positions and to help in salary negotiations. The salary benchmark is not provided directly by the company, which could be significantly higher or lower.
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