Job Description: Senior Social Worker Practitioner in Mental Health

Who You Are

You are an experienced social worker with a deep understanding of mental health services. You possess the skills and knowledge necessary to work within integrated mental health services and have a commitment to supporting mental health wellness. As a leader, you are ready to guide and supervise both AMHP and social work staff within a dedicated mental health hub.

What the Job Involves

As a Senior Social Worker Practitioner, you will be stationed at the Mental Health Hub in Wanstead. Your role will include supervising AMHP staff and leading safeguarding initiatives within the team. You will be responsible for allocating social work-specific tasks to mental health social workers in the Mental Health Wellness Team (MHWT). Additionally, you will supervise MH social work staff and report directly to the MHWT team manager.

Skills

• Experience in mental health services
• Accredited AMHP (Approved Mental Health Professional)
• Strong leadership and supervisory abilities
• Expertise in safeguarding procedures
• Proficient in task allocation and management