AMHP Social Worker - Oldham
Location
Salary
About the Role
- Undertaking complex assessments and formulating care and support plans
- Carrying out statutory AMHP duties, including crisis interventions and legal decision-making
- Managing safeguarding concerns and assessing risk
- Working closely with multi-agency partners including NHS, police, and legal professionals
- Preparing reports for court, panels, and reviews
- Supporting and mentoring less experienced staff
- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records in line with legislation
About You
- A recognised Social Work qualification
- Social Work England registration
- AMHP qualification (must be warranted)
- Experience working with complex, high-risk cases in adult/mental health services
- Strong assessment, decision-making, and report-writing skills
- Ability to work effectively within multi-disciplinary teams
What's on Offer
- Competitive Grade 8 salary
- Opportunity to work within a supportive and experienced team
- Access to ongoing training and professional development
- Exposure to varied and meaningful complex casework
- Strong management support and supervision
Why Oldham?
Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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