Adults Social Worker - Mental Health Team

JOB-20240819-db742659

Job Title: Adults Social Worker - Mental Health Team
Specialism: Social Worker - Adults
Location: Hackney, UK
Salary: £32.00 per hour
Type: Ongoing, Part Time / Full Time

Adults Social Worker within the Mental Health Team in Hackney, earning £32.00 per hour. This ongoing locum opportunity offers both part-time and full-time flexibility, providing an excellent chance to join Hackney Council's dedicated Mental Health Team. In this rewarding role, you will support adults experiencing complex mental health challenges, promoting independence, safeguarding wellbeing, and helping individuals achieve positive outcomes through person-centred practice.

Perks and benefits

• Part Time / Full Time: Choose a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and supports a healthy work-life balance.
• Hourly Pay: Earn £32.00 per hour, providing flexibility and excellent financial reward.
• Professional Development: Access ongoing training and learning opportunities to enhance your skills and career progression.
• Prime Location: Work in the heart of vibrant Hackney, one of London's most diverse and dynamic boroughs.
• Supportive Team Environment: Join a collaborative team that values professional support, development, and shared success.
• Meaningful Impact: Help adults with mental health needs achieve greater independence and improved quality of life.

What you will do

• Case Management: Manage a varied caseload of adults with complex mental health needs.
• Assessment: Complete and review Care Act assessments, ensuring person-centred and outcome-focused support planning.
• Mental Capacity: Undertake Mental Capacity Act assessments and make Best Interest decisions where appropriate.
• Safeguarding: Lead and contribute to safeguarding enquiries under Section 42 of the Care Act.
• Multi-Agency Working: Collaborate with NHS mental health services, community teams, and partner agencies to deliver integrated support.
• Care Planning: Develop, implement, and review effective care and support plans.
• Strengths-Based Practice: Promote independence, recovery, and resilience through a strengths-based approach.
• Professional Reporting: Prepare comprehensive assessments, reports, and court documentation where required.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant case records.
• Statutory Responsibilities: Deliver services in accordance with legislation, council policies, and professional standards.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Social Work Qualification