Social Worker - Adult Mental Health Team - West Sanctuary Personal

Social Worker – Adult Mental Health Team

Job Title: Social Worker – Adult Mental Health Team

Specialism: Social Work – Adults

Location: West Sussex, UK (County Hall, Chichester)

Salary: £38.00 per hour

Contract Type: Ongoing Locum

Working Pattern: Part-Time / Full-Time

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Social Worker to join the Adult Mental Health Team in West Sussex. This ongoing locum role offers flexibility with both part-time and full-time working options
, allowing professionals to maintain a strong work-life balance while contributing to vital mental health services.

Based at County Hall in Chichester
, you will work within a specialised mental health social work team delivering statutory services to adults who access or require mental health support. The role involves undertaking assessments, developing care plans, and coordinating services to support individuals with complex mental health needs.

Flexible Working Options: Choose between part-time or full-time hours to suit your schedule.

Competitive Hourly Pay: Earn £38.00 per hour
, offering financial flexibility and reward for your expertise.

Variety of

Experience:

Locum work allows you to gain experience across different teams and services while expanding your professional network.

Professional Development: Access opportunities for continuous learning and career progression within a supportive environment.

Work-Life Balance: Enjoy greater control over your schedule while making a meaningful difference in the community.

Act as the allocated Social Worker
, delivering statutory social work services to adults accessing mental health support.

Conduct comprehensive assessments
, develop care plans, and coordinate the implementation and review of support packages.

Work within specialist areas including perinatal mental health, early intervention, service transitions, and homelessness support
.

Collaborate with a geographically based specialist mental health social work team and wider multidisciplinary professionals.

Lead on specific areas of service delivery and ensure that key developments and initiatives are communicated effectively
.

Support the implementation of service improvements and organisational changes within the team.

Social Work England registration
.

Proven experience working within adult mental health social work services
.

Strong assessment, care planning, and case management skills.

Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams and deliver high-quality statutory services.

West Sussex offers a wonderful blend of coastal beauty, countryside landscapes, and historic towns
. From the stunning South Downs National Park to picturesque seaside locations, the county provides a fantastic quality of life. With vibrant communities, excellent transport links, and plenty of outdoor activities, West Sussex is an ideal place to develop your career while enjoying a balanced lifestyle.

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.