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AMHP Senior Social Worker

Type: Permanent, Full Time
Salary: £45,217 to £54,395 per annum (Depending on experience)
Location: Affiliated with North/Mid AMHP Hub and Essex wide as required.
Working Style: Community-based worker

This AMHP Senior Social Worker role involves working a condensed week (37 hours per week across 4 weekdays). The successful post holder will be expected to be office based from either the Colchester or Basildon office.

About Us:

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a fast paced, dynamic and supportive dedicated Approved Mental Health Service (AMHP) Service.

As a Senior Social Worker you will be passionate and experienced in demonstrating expert and effective practice in complex situations often in pressurized environments. You will be able to manage workloads and support colleagues with complex cases, with an ability to mitigate high levels of risk. You will work collaboratively with statutory and non-statutory/voluntary agencies ensuring a joined-up approach.

The Approved Mental Health Professional Service has a unique position in ensuring compliance with the statutory functions imposed upon the Local Authority by the Mental Health Act. The service will be responsible for delivering the AMHP rota. The service will undertake statutory assessments, triaging initial enquiries in line with statutory duties.

The Service takes referral 9-5 Monday to Friday and is supported by the Essex Emergency Duty Service outside of these times.

The role will involve working a condensed week (37 hours per week across 4 weekdays) and will require countywide travel across Essex to complete MHA assessments in a variety of environments.

The 2 AMHP Hub offices are based in Basildon and Colchester and there will be expectation for the post holder to commence their working day from one of these locations.

AMHP Senior Social Worker Essential:

* Should be a qualified social worker with current Social Work England registration and an Approved Mental Health Professional Mental Health Act 1983.

* You’ll bring significant experience, modelling good practice and providing advice and guidance in complex situations.

* Ability to mentor both newly qualified and experienced team members. As, a subject matter expert in the mental health act.

* Should have a comprehensive understanding of current legislation, regulations and guidance.

With experience of collaborative working, we’re looking for your ability to develop strong relationships with partner agencies and the local community to provide a supportive framework for vulnerable people.

You’ll also bring:

* Evidence of continuing professional development and capability of practice in accordance with current professional standards.

* An in-depth understanding of the financial implications of commissioned care packages.

* The ability to make clear decisions, to highlight and limit potential risks associated with intervention.

This AMHP Senior Social Worker role involves travelling around Essex. A driving licence and car is essential.

Apply now for this fantastic opportunity!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £45,217.00-£54,395.00 per year

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Licence/Certification: Social Work England (required)