This is an exciting time to join Sandwell Metropolitan Brought Council Adult Social Care.  We are looking to recruit full time Mental Health Social Workers in our Community Mental Health Social Work Service and part time working 18.5 hours will be considered.  

Applicants must be a qualified social workers, with AMHP Status and registered with Social Work England.    

The role is primarily to undertake MHA Assessments and related work under the Mental Health Act however you may occasionally be required to undertake care management, safeguarding and hospital discharge duties where service need dictates.

Experience of dealing with complex and challenging situations will also be required with a high level of skill in risk assessment.

Willingness to take part in the 7 day working rota (for which enhancements will apply) is a requirement of the post as the ability to travel within and outside of the borough at short notice. 

The use of pool cars are available to carry out your duties subject to a satisfactory risk assessment and licence check.

You will be working within a stable, friendly and skilled service that is diverse and supportive.   

Management support is available 24/7 as is access to legal advice.  You will be given an induction, excellent training opportunities, AMHP update training  and regular professional supervision.  

Attendance at the local and joint AMHP Forums are also actively encouraged. 

Qualifications  

• Degree in Social Work, Dip SW, CQSW or equivalent  Social Work England Registration
• Full Driving Licence. 
• Qualified AMHP.

Hours 

37 per week

For an informal discussion, please contact Jackie Bott, Rufaro Maeresera or Sarita Godhania on 0121 569 2266

To apply please click the Apply Now link below.