Locum Mental Health Qualified Social Worker

Adults Social Worker – Mental Health Team

Job Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Adults Social Worker to join a dedicated Mental Health Team. This locum position offers the opportunity to support adults with mental health needs, undertaking statutory social work duties and delivering person-centred interventions that promote independence, recovery and wellbeing.

You will manage a caseload of adults with mental health challenges, working closely with service users, carers and multidisciplinary professionals to assess needs, develop support plans and ensure positive outcomes through strengths-based practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of adults within the Mental Health Team.
• Complete Care Act assessments, reviews and person-centred support planning.
• Work directly with adults experiencing mental health challenges to identify strengths and promote independence.
• Undertake risk assessments and safeguarding enquiries where required.
• Work collaboratively with health professionals, carers and partner agencies to coordinate effective support.
• Maintain accurate case records, assessments and reports in line with statutory requirements.
• Contribute to multidisciplinary meetings and deliver high-quality adult social work practice.

About You

You are a qualified Adults Social Worker with experience working within a Mental Health Team or supporting adults with mental health needs. You have excellent assessment and communication skills, a strong understanding of adult social care legislation and are committed to delivering person-centred, strengths-based practice.

Requirements

• Qualified Social Worker with a recognised Social Work qualification.
• Registered with Social Work England.
• Strong knowledge of the Care Act 2014 and its statutory guidance.
• Experience working with adults experiencing mental health challenges.
• Excellent communication, assessment and report-writing skills.
• A proactive team player with a positive, can-do attitude.

Contract & Salary

Job Title: Adults Social Worker – Mental Health Team

Job Type: Locum

Contract Length: 3 months

Hours: 36 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

Working Pattern: Hybrid working, with approximately 40% office attendance required.

Pay Rate: £32.00 per hour (Umbrella).

Equipment: Laptop and essential equipment provided.

How to Apply

If you’re an experienced Adults Social Worker looking to join a supportive Mental Health Team and make a meaningful difference to adults with mental health needs, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today using the form on the page.