Adult Mental Health Social Worker

JOB-20240819-db742659

Position: Adult Mental Health Social Worker
Location: Croydon, UK
Salary: £34.00 per hour
Contract: Ongoing (Full-Time/Part-Time)

We are seeking a dedicated Adult Mental Health Social Worker to join the Croydon Adult Mental Health Team. This ongoing locum role offers flexibility with both full-time and part-time hours available, enabling you to balance your professional and personal life. With a competitive hourly rate of £34.00, this is an excellent opportunity to enhance your career while making a real difference in the lives of adults with mental health needs.

• Flexible Working: Choose full-time or part-time hours that fit your lifestyle.

• Varied Experience: Explore a range of cases and approaches through locum work.

• Competitive Pay: Earn £34.00 per hour while developing your expertise.

• Supportive Team: Work in a collaborative environment that values your input and professional growth.

• Networking Opportunities: Connect with a wide range of professionals to expand your knowledge and career prospects.

This role involves providing statutory social work services to adults with mental health needs across Croydon. You will conduct Care Act 2014 assessments, manage risk effectively, and deliver person-centred care planning to promote independence, safeguard vulnerable adults, and ensure effective collaboration with health and community partners.

• Undertake comprehensive assessments under the Care Act 2014.

• Develop and review personalised care and support plans to promote independence and recovery.

• Complete Mental Capacity Act assessments and apply its principles in practice.

• Identify safeguarding concerns and participate in relevant enquiries and risk management processes.

• Manage a varied caseload efficiently, maintaining accurate and timely records.

• Work closely with NHS and Community Mental Health Teams to integrate support.

• Apply a recovery-focused, strengths-based approach in all interventions.

• Ensure compliance with the Care Act 2014, Mental Health Act 1983, and council procedures.

• Degree or Diploma in Social Work (or equivalent) with Social Work England registration.

• Experience in adult social care or mental health services, with knowledge of relevant legislation.

• Strong assessment, analytical, and case management skills.

• Commitment to anti-discriminatory practice, equality, and empowerment.

• Emotional resilience and the ability to manage challenging cases.

Croydon offers an exciting mix of cultural diversity, lively markets, and excellent transport links into central London. With its green spaces, vibrant community life, and accessible amenities, Croydon is a fantastic place to live and work, offering both professional fulfilment and lifestyle balance.