Social Worker - Amhp Team in Kingston Upon Thames, Surrey

JOB-20240819-db742659

Job Title: Locum Social Worker
Specialism: Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP)
Job Location: Kingston, UK
Salary: £44.10 per hour
Full Time/Part Time: Flexible
Contract: Ongoing

Discover an exciting opportunity in Kingston as a Locum Social Worker with the Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) Team. This role offers a competitive hourly rate of £44.10, with flexible working hours to fit your lifestyle. Embrace the rewarding challenge of making a genuine difference in the lives of individuals and the community with both full-time and part-time positions available!

Perks and benefits:

- Hourly Salary: Enjoy the flexibility and control over your own earnings with a fantastic hourly rate.
- Work-life balance: Flexible working hours to suit your needs, ensuring you can maintain an ideal work-life balance.
- Professional Growth: Opportunities to attend training events and AMHP forums to continue your professional development.
- Networking: Work closely with statutory and voluntary agencies, expanding your professional network.
- Diverse Experience: Engage with a wide range of individuals and situations, enriching your career journey.

What you will do:

- Liaise with GPs and partner agencies to sustain multi-disciplinary and multi-agency collaboration for high-quality AMHP service delivery.
- Assess and manage hospital admissions and refer or signpost to alternatives as appropriate, ensuring effective gatekeeping with crisis and Home Treatment teams.
- Offer advice regarding the Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act to professionals, clients, and family members.
- Act as an AMHP within the frameworks of the Mental Health Act 1983 (amended 2007) and the Mental Capacity Act 2005, ensuring diligent assessment and protection of patient rights.
- Maintain AMHP approval, manage your working day, and support the AMHP Service as needed.
- Undertake the role of social supervisor with clients under S37/41 of the Mental Health Act, and remain knowledgeable of the Care Act 2014 and other relevant legislation.
- Communicate effectively, even in potentially hostile situations, and ensure the protection of service users' property.
- Maintain confidentiality, accurate records, and provide support and information to relatives and carers.
- Share knowledge and skills regarding Mental Health Legislation and maintain updated knowledge of local policies and procedures.
- Support continuous professional development and attend relevant training to ensure professional practice remains up-to-date and effective.

Kingston is a vibrant and picturesque locale, offering a dynamic cultural scene and excellent amenities. With its riverside views and rich history, it is not only a fantastic place to work but also a wonderful area to live. Enjoy the combination of city perks with a touch of suburban tranquillity. Join us in Kingston and be part of an impactful and fulfilling journey in the AMHP Team!

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