Adults - Social Worker Mental Health
On-siteWelshpool, Wales, United Kingdom
Welshpool, Wales, United KingdomOn-siteContractLicense Or CertificationSmall
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Job Summary
Assess and manage the complex mental health needs of service users and their carers, including risk assessment, safeguarding investigations, and AMHP duties under the Mental Health Act 1983. Conduct holistic assessments within six weeks, prepare court reports, and arrange interagency meetings to ensure seamless care pathways. Monitor and review care treatment plans, negotiate resource allocation, and advocate for vulnerable adults while maintaining accurate statutory documentation. Work collaboratively with health and social care providers to promote social inclusion and independence.
Required Qualifications
- 12 months post qualifying experience of working with people with mental health issues and their carers
- Experience of undertaking assessments of need and identifying and managing risks
- Experience of complex casework
- Experience of care management across the range of health and social care settings
- Understanding of an individuals mental health needs and their carers needs
- Understanding of safeguarding and the issues affecting people with mental health needs and their carers
- Knowledge of current legislation, national guidance and best practice relevant to the post
- Knowledge and implementation of the Mental Capacity Act
- Appropriate social work qualification (i.e. Degree in Social Work, DipSW or equivalent)
- Registration as Social Worker with CCW/CQC
- AMHP or willingness to undertake training at the first opportunity following appointment to post
- Requirement to undertake an Enhanced DBS Check
- Good communication skills, written and verbal
- Good IT skills
- Ability to organise, prioritise and manage a caseload
- Ability to build and maintain partnerships
- Ability to manage crisis, conflict resolution and challenging behaviours
- Ability to demonstrate a commitment to equal opportunities and non-discriminatory practice
- Commitment to the principles of confidentiality
- Must have knowledge and commitment to the principles of social care as embodied in relevant legislation
- Current driving licence or ability to travel extensively around the county
Desired Qualifications
- AMHP or willingness to undertake training at the first opportunity following appointment to post
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