Senior Social Worker (AMHP)
Permanent, Full Time Salary: £45,217 to £54,395 per annum Location: Essex (Community-based worker) We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Senior Social Worker to join our dynamic Approved Mental Health Service (AMHP) Service. This role offers the opportunity to work a condensed week of 37 hours across 4 weekdays, with the expectation to be office-based in either Colchester or Basildon as required. Day to Day of the role:
Undertake statutory assessments and manage the AMHP rota. Triage initial enquiries and prioritise responses in line with statutory duties. Provide expert advice and guidance in complex situations, supporting colleagues with complex cases. Manage a complex workload and maintain accurate and timely data, reports, and presentations. Conduct assessments under the Mental Health Act 1983 and plan responses to safeguard vulnerable adults. Work collaboratively with the deputy team manager to coordinate, triage, and allocate incoming referrals. Build effective working relationships across the Council, with partners, and voluntary agencies. Deliver expertise in particular areas of practice and lead on those areas. Required Skills & Qualifications:
Qualified social worker with current Social Work England registration. Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) as recognised by ECC. Significant experience in social work and the ability to mentor team members. Comprehensive understanding of current legislation, regulations, and guidance related to mental health. Ability to develop strong relationships with partner agencies and the community. Driving licence and car, or the ability to meet the mobility requirements of the role through other means. Benefits:
Training and development opportunities from our award-winning Essex Social Care Academy. Flexible working options. Employee wellbeing and counselling support. Lease Car scheme. Relocation package up to £8,000 (T&Cs apply). Life assurance of three times annual salary. Payment of professional fees for approved professions. Local Government Pension Scheme. Volunteering leave. 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising with service. Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). Employee Networks. To apply for this Senior Social Worker (AMHP) position, please submit your CV.
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Permanent, Full Time Salary: £45,217 to £54,395 per annum Location: Essex (Community-based worker) We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Senior Social Worker to join our dynamic Approved Mental Health Service (AMHP) Service. This role offers the opportunity to work a condensed week of 37 hours across 4 weekdays, with the expectation to be office-based in either Colchester or Basildon as required. Day to Day of the role:
Undertake statutory assessments and manage the AMHP rota. Triage initial enquiries and prioritise responses in line with statutory duties. Provide expert advice and guidance in complex situations, supporting colleagues with complex cases. Manage a complex workload and maintain accurate and timely data, reports, and presentations. Conduct assessments under the Mental Health Act 1983 and plan responses to safeguard vulnerable adults. Work collaboratively with the deputy team manager to coordinate, triage, and allocate incoming referrals. Build effective working relationships across the Council, with partners, and voluntary agencies. Deliver expertise in particular areas of practice and lead on those areas. Required Skills & Qualifications:
Qualified social worker with current Social Work England registration. Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) as recognised by ECC. Significant experience in social work and the ability to mentor team members. Comprehensive understanding of current legislation, regulations, and guidance related to mental health. Ability to develop strong relationships with partner agencies and the community. Driving licence and car, or the ability to meet the mobility requirements of the role through other means. Benefits:
Training and development opportunities from our award-winning Essex Social Care Academy. Flexible working options. Employee wellbeing and counselling support. Lease Car scheme. Relocation package up to £8,000 (T&Cs apply). Life assurance of three times annual salary. Payment of professional fees for approved professions. Local Government Pension Scheme. Volunteering leave. 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising with service. Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). Employee Networks. To apply for this Senior Social Worker (AMHP) position, please submit your CV.
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