Mental Health Social Worker AMHP

Synopsis: Tradewind Social Care are currently recruiting for an experienced Adult's Mental Health Social worker for Hackney Council.

THIS IS A PART TIME POSITION 3 DAYS A WEEK MONDAY - WEDNESDAY

Main duties:

• To provide a high quality and effective mental health social work service to the residents of the London Borough of Hackney
• To respond to the needs of adults with mental disorder and their carers in a timely manner, within the boundaries of statutory legislation, and with regard to individual circumstances
• To assess need using a person centred approach and effectively asses and manage risk
• To plan and deliver outcome focused interventions linked to promoting independence and social inclusion
• When appropriate act as Care Coordinator within the framework of the Care Programme Approach, taking responsibility for the provision of a social work service to mental health services users and carers in the community and in Hospital

Essential Skills & Experience needed:

• DipSW, CQSW or equivalent recognised Social Work Qualification, with significant experience as an Approved Mental Health Professional
• A minimum of 3 years post qualifying experience of which 1 year must be in a multi-disciplinary team

• Current registration with Social Work England - SWE
• Clear enhanced DBS check

** Please send your CV **