Adult Social Worker - Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP)

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Job Title: Adult Social Worker - Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP)
Specialism: Social Worker - Adult Mental Health
Location: Wiltshire, UK
Salary: £38.00 per hour
Type: Fixed Term (3 Months), Full Time

Adult Social Worker - Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) within Adult Mental Health in Wiltshire, earning £38.00 per hour. This 3-month locum opportunity offers 37 hours per week and the potential for longer-term opportunities. Based at Fountain Way Hospital in Salisbury, you will work 4 days with the Mental Health Team and 1 day on the AMHP Hub rota, supporting adults with complex mental health needs while working within a collaborative and supportive multidisciplinary environment.

Perks and benefits

• Full Time: Work 37 hours per week, providing stability and consistency in a rewarding role.
• Hourly Pay: Earn £38.00 per hour, offering excellent financial reward and flexibility.
• Hybrid Working: Benefit from a combination of office-based work, home working, and community visits.
• Professional Development: Gain valuable experience within a knowledgeable and supportive team, with opportunities to strengthen your AMHP practice.
• Networking Opportunities: Build strong relationships with professionals across mental health and social care services.
• Potential Progression: Initial 3-month assignment with the possibility of longer-term or permanent opportunities.

What you will do

• Mental Health Assessments: Undertake urgent assessments for adults with suspected social care and mental health needs.
• AMHP Duties: Participate in the AMHP Hub rota, carrying out statutory duties under the Mental Health Act.
• Safeguarding: Identify and respond to safeguarding concerns, ensuring adults are protected from harm.
• Multi-Agency Working: Collaborate closely with AWP and Adult Social Care teams across Wiltshire.
• Duty Work: Manage referrals, respond to urgent situations, and undertake duty responsibilities.
• Supervision: Provide guidance and support to students and unqualified staff where appropriate.
• Legislation: Apply expert knowledge of the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, and safeguarding legislation.
• Community Engagement: Balance office, home, and community-based work to deliver effective and person-centred support.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Social Work Qualification: Degree in Social Work or equivalent recognised qualification.
• Registration: Current Social Work England registration.
• AMHP Status: