Social Worker Mental Health

Liquid Personnel are proud to be working with Richmond and Wandsworth Councils to recruit a dedicated and experienced Adult Mental Health Social Worker to join their Mental Health Social Care and Reviews Teams.
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of adults facing mental health challenges, within a supportive and forward-thinking local authority.

• Provide a duty/front door service offering signposting, advice, screening, and risk assessments
• Conduct Care Act assessments and develop strength-based support plans to promote independence
• Manage complex cases and complete initial care reviews
• Lead on safeguarding adults statutory duties, including Section 42 enquiries
• Collaborate with health services, housing teams, voluntary sector organisations, and other key partners
• Carry out carers’ assessments and build strong relationships with families and caregivers
• Facilitate mental capacity assessments, best interest meetings, and Court of Protection applications
• Prepare social circumstances reports and attend tribunals to advocate for individuals

• Registration as a Social Worker with Social Work England
• At least one year of post-ASYE experience in a statutory setting
• Strong knowledge of legal frameworks including the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, and Mental Health Act
• A passion for supporting adults with mental health needs and promoting independence

If this sounds like it could be the role for you then please contact Mozz Radwan on 02038573486 or Mozz.Radwan@liquidpersonnel.com

We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.