Qualified Social Worker | AMHP

Summary: The role is for a Qualified Social Worker with an AMHP qualification to work full-time at St Helens Council. The position involves conducting Mental Health Act assessments, coordinating with various agencies, and participating in the AMHP rota. The role offers a competitive pay rate and benefits including hybrid working and access to training resources.

Key Responsibilities:

• Undertake Mental Health Act (MHA) assessments to determine appropriate interventions
• Coordinate with doctors, police, ambulance, and mental health teams during assessments
• Participate in the AMHP rota, including out-of-hours emergency response
• Collaborate with multi-agency professionals on complex mental health cases
• Represent the Local Authority in safeguarding meetings, tribunals, and court proceedings
• Complete statutory MHA paperwork and provide detailed reports
• Promote and protect service users' rights throughout MHA processes
• Assess and manage risk including safeguarding, suicide risk, and self-neglect
• Apply the Mental Capacity Act (MCA) principles in assessments and decision-making
• Provide support and guidance to colleagues on MHA-related queries
• Liaise with hospitals and community teams for safe discharge and step-down planning
• Attend AMHP supervision and complete CPD for ongoing re-approval

Key Skills:

• Social Work England registered
• Social Work Qualification
• Enhanced DBS
• AMHP qualification
• Experience with adults

Salary (Rate): £45

City: St. Helens

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: Other