Social Worker x ; Mental Health

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluate mental health, social circumstances, family dynamics, and risk factors as part of the assessment process
• Develop individualised care and discharge plans alongside multidisciplinary teams
• Identify and respond to safeguarding concerns
• Work within frameworks like the Mental Health Act and Care Act
• Coordinate with housing, community services, and family support systems
• Advocate for patients rights, preferences, and needs
• Empower individuals to be involved in decision-making

About You:

• Clear, compassionate, and non-judgemental communication
• Ability to engage people in distress or with complex needs
• Strong report writing and documentation skills
• Understanding of trauma and mental illness
• Ability to analyse complex situations quickly and make sound decisions under pressure
• Balance safety with autonomy
• Knowledge of Legislation including Mental Health Act, Care Act
• Work effectively within multidisciplinary teams

• Recognised Social Work Qualification
• Registered or be in the process of registering with Social Work England
• Practice in accordance with Social Work England Standards

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

£39,152 to £41,771 per annum