Who You Are You are a registered Social Worker with the General Social Care Council, holding a CQSW/DipSW or equivalent qualification. You possess extensive knowledge of relevant legislation such as the Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act, and have undergone training in safeguarding vulnerable adults. Your significant experience working with complex mental health cases demonstrates your proficiency in delivering high-performance, customer-focused services. You are adept at preparing clear documentation, supporting staff, and applying the enablement approach to promote independence. You exhibit excellent communication skills, enabling you to effectively engage with service users, their families, and other professionals. You are self-motivated, capable of making informed decisions and contributing to continuous service improvements. Your ability to build strong collaborative relationships and your understanding of risk management principles make you a vital member of a multidisciplinary team. What the Job Involves As a Social Worker in the Mental Health Barnet team, you will provide expert social work support within a multidisciplinary environment. Your responsibilities include conducting complex assessments, developing personalised support plans, and facilitating self-assessments. You will manage a caseload, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and Council policies, while promoting self-assessment and independence. You will conduct risk and Mental Capacity Act assessments, build relationships with external services, and manage dual diagnosis cases. Leading assessments and support plans, you will ensure they consider individual needs and foster independence. You will chair reviews, promote safeguarding, and represent the service externally. Collaborating with Procurement Brokers, you will contribute to resource procurement and funding strategies. Supervising team members, you will support their development and maintain accurate case records. You will promote confidentiality, adhere to equality principles, and deliver services in accordance with professional standards and regulatory frameworks. Flexibility in adapting to changing needs and promoting Council values is essential, along with contributing to service improvements and fiscal responsibility.