Job summary Senior Social Worker/Approved Mental Health Professional - The Hub Salary: £44,070.00 -£50,063.00 AMPH uplifts plus £2000 annual retention payment, a £2000 Golden Hello and lease car Hours: Full time Location: Community Mental Health team based in Beckenham An opportunity has arisen for a senior social worker in the Hub, based on-site at our offices in Beckenham. As the Senior Social Worker, you will provide professional supervision to the 2 social workers, undertake or support the most socially complex initial assessments both on-site and in the community, and act as a SAM for the team. Your knowledge of the Care Act, expert advice in safeguarding and advanced practice skills will be highly respected within the service. The Practice Educator award would be desirable but is not essential - the successful applicant however will be offered training for PEPS1 and PEPS2 as appropriate, and as part of our commitment to your ongoing professional development. Main duties of the job You must hold a Dip SW, CQSW or degree in Social Work and be a qualified AMHP. Registration with Social Work England is a mandatory requirement. Our Mental Health Hub in Bromley is our single point of access for all referrals to our mental health services. We are a multi-disciplinary team providing the direct link between primary and secondary care services, offering advice and support to GPs, undertaking initial assessments and directing service users to the pathway that will best meet their needs. Team members do not undertake care co-ordination but may undertake short-term working on a small caseload as appropriate for up to 12 weeks to support residents remaining in primary care without need for a secondary service. As a qualified AMHP you will also be a member of the centralised AMHP service for 5 days every 5 - 6 weeks, on-site at Green Parks House in Bromley which ensures your practice is always supported by the highly experienced AMHP manager who will provide your professional supervision. Oxleas was proud to win "Trust of the Year" in the HSJ award 2023 and in partnership with London Borough of Bromley is proud to offer exceptional services to our service users and support to our staff. To apply for this role, please click on the link provided under the supporting document which will take you through to the Bromley website. For more information please contact Margaret the Hub manager margaret.adedeji1nhs.net. About us There has never been a more exciting time to join Adult Social Care in the London Borough of Bromley.We are currently 2 years into our Service Transformation programme; placing our residents as central to everything we do. As outlined in our new Corporate Strategy 'Making Bromley Even Better', we are committed to improving the lives of the people of Bromley by keeping them safe and supporting them to live independently. Oxleas was proud to win "Trust of the Year" in the HSJ award 2023 and in partnership with London Borough of Bromley is proud to offer exceptional services to our service users and support to our staff. You can view our 'Making Bromley Even Better' Corporate Strategy video here:https://youtu.be/so9wkMR3nwk Our values and behaviours have a key part to play in how staff carry out the work of the Council and how we engage and build working relationships with key partner agencies. This framework outlines the desired behaviours that align with our established values, to help create a workforce that are able to deliver services that are seen as excellent in the eyes of local people. To read more about our REAL Values and Behaviours, please click here:Values and Behaviours.pdf Date posted 31 October 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary £44,070 to £50,063 a year AMHP uplifts, £2000 annual retention & £2000 Golden Hello Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number F0035-24-0003 Job locations Oxleas Nhs Trust Carlton Parade Orpington Kent BR6 0JB Job description Job responsibilities Post Title: Senior Social Worker/AMHP (MH) Grade: BR13 4 Department: Education Care and Health Services Division/Section: Adult Social Care Post No: 0000003280, 3292, 3294, 9530, 3281, 3296, 3305, 9740, 3306 Reports to: Team Manager/Locality Manager MAIN PURPOSE: To ensure the provision of assessment and social care support within a multi-disciplinary setting for people with mental health needs and their carers. To take a professional lead for Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) practice within the team and to take part with other AMHPs on a duty rota. To be a senior member of the Team undertaking the roles commensurate with that position; working to support the team manager whilst offering supervision to social work staff and guidance to more junior members of the team and MDT colleagues. SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: 1. To ensure the provision of assessment and support to Adults and their Carers in line with the Care Act 2014, Wellbeing principles, LB Bromley procedures and other relevant legislation 2. To provide consultation on statutory Care Act 2014 duties within the team 3. To monitor, review and evaluate care plans in order to ensure that they are meeting the needs of Adults and promote rights and economic wellbeing. 4. Through a strength based approach, assess and prioritise need to purchase appropriate services with Adults and Carers, in line with Personal Budgets and Direct Payments. 5. Ensure and promote that Adults and Carers are able to represent their views and by providing advocacy, communicators or translators when appropriate. 6. To hold a small caseload concentrating on those with complex care needs. 7. To protect adults at risk by robust assessments and the use of safeguarding procedures with an emphasis on making safeguarding personal. 8. Undertake the safeguarding adult manager role and role of enquiry officer as defined in the Pan London Safeguarding Procedures 9. To protect the needs of children in line with safeguarding procedures. 10. To provide an Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) service in accordance with the 1983 Mental Health Act (amended 2007). 11. To provide a professional lead in the team on AMPH practice issues, i.e. involvement in training and development and dissemination of up to date Mental Health Act information. 12. To provide professional supervision to social workers in line with the Supervision policy and the professional regulator (Social Work England) requirements. 13. To undertake responsibility for supporting team initiatives and activities as defined by Line Managers. 14. To act as Practice Educator/Assessor for social work students and Approved Mental Health Professional trainees if not already a qualified practice educator the postholder must be willing to undertake this. 15. To provide an adult social care perspective when assisting in the planning and development of Community Mental Health Services, promoting participation from adults who use the service. 16. To identify and report unmet need and service shortfalls to Line Manager. 17. To ensure that all client records within the sector are maintained in accordance with Council/Trust policies. 18. To support the Team Manager and ensure that the adult social care agenda is included in assessment and considered in response to new referrals and enquiries. 19. To co-ordinate, participate and, where appropriate, chair planning meetings, reviews and case conferences. 20. To participate in multidisciplinary and inter-agency meetings and working groups and to represent the department as required. 21. Contribute to and where possible, resolve complaints in line with the Council and Trust complaints procedure. 22. Undertake any other duties commensurate with the level of the post, as required to ensure the efficient and effective running of the organisation. MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP: Contribute to service development by providing information and ideas for improved and/or more efficient ways of providing a service. Supervise, support and appraise staff in line with the professional role and Trust/Council supervision policy. EQUALITIES: Implementation of the Councils equal opportunities policies and its statutory responsibility with regard to adults and service delivery SKILLS & ABILITIES 1. Ability to balance managing a small complex caseload plus managing/supervising staff. 2. Ability to negotiate and communicate effectively with colleagues within the department and also in other organisations and agencies, in particular, Health. 3. Ability to chair meetings effectively. 4. Ability to support Line Manager. 5. Demonstrate a commitment to working with Equality legislation, diverse needs and inclusion. 6. Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and providing specialist professional knowledge. 7. Ability to evidence decision-making with a good understanding of relevant legal and ethical knowledge underpinning the service. 8. A commitment to continual professional learning and development for self and others. KNOWLEDGE 1. Demonstrate a thorough working knowledge of relevant legislation, The Care Act 2014, the Mental Health Act 1983 (Amended 2007) and the Mental Capacity Act 2005. In addition to the aforementioned, a working knowledge of other related legislation and policy that interface the client group, such as the Health and Care Act 2022 and emphasis on partnership working. 2. Demonstrate appropriate understanding, knowledge and skills in valuing diversity. 3. Knowledge of mental health client group and the relevant interface between partnership systems to support and enable recovery. EXPERIENCE Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary setting and social care services for people with mental health problems. Effective supervision of students and/or staff. Have experience of undertaking a wide range of varied and complex mental health work and mental health act assessment scenarios. Experience of supervision of Approved Mental Health Professional and/or Approved Mental Health professional trainees would be an advantage. Experience of working with multi-agency organisations. BROMLEY VALUES AND BEHAVIOUR Each post within the Council correlates to the Bromley BR grading system. Using a Job Evaluation scheme each role is benchmarked to demonstrate the responsibilities, skills and abilities required to undertake it. Our behaviours framework complements this approach by giving examples of the types of behaviours expected at each grade and goes further to indicate aspirational levels. Accountability and Responsibility: Shows strong understanding of how their actions will impact on the reputation of the wider service they deliver. Shows drive and tenacity in resolving immediate problems and finding ways to ensure they do not occur again. Continuous Improvement: Keeps up to date with current ideas and issues that impact on his/her service. Shares own experience and learning to the benefit of colleagues and the service. Builds Relationships: Has a reputation for acting with integrity. Always seeks to find the common ground on which to build productive working relationships. Communication: Influences others by presenting their ideas in a compelling manner. Picks up non-verbal clues when talking with others. QUALIFICATIONS B.A. SW/DipSW/CQSW Current Approved Mental Health Professional Best Interest Assessor Practice Educator/AMHP Assessor would be desirable postholder must be willing to train Degree or equivalent qualification in Social Care Registered with Social Work England Those holding a social work qualification from 2012 onwards must provide evidence of successfully completing an Assessed and Supported Year (ASYE) in employment OR if newly qualified undertake to the ASYE, as part of the councils probationary process. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS To maintain Social Work England registration and adhere to the SW code of practice. Current Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance. Must be eligible to work in the UK. To maintain AMHP status, by undertaking appropriate training and continuing professional development. Ability to work across the Borough and beyond if required. Able to work flexible hours if required to do so. The postholder must be willing to be based onsite, as a member of a fully integrated and cohesive team working from home will be by exception only Job description Job responsibilities Post Title: Senior Social Worker/AMHP (MH) Grade: BR13 4 Department: Education Care and Health Services Division/Section: Adult Social Care Post No: 0000003280, 3292, 3294, 9530, 3281, 3296, 3305, 9740, 3306 Reports to: Team Manager/Locality Manager MAIN PURPOSE: To ensure the provision of assessment and social care support within a multi-disciplinary setting for people with mental health needs and their carers. To take a professional lead for Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) practice within the team and to take part with other AMHPs on a duty rota. To be a senior member of the Team undertaking the roles commensurate with that position; working to support the team manager whilst offering supervision to social work staff and guidance to more junior members of the team and MDT colleagues. SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: 1. To ensure the provision of assessment and support to Adults and their Carers in line with the Care Act 2014, Wellbeing principles, LB Bromley procedures and other relevant legislation 2. To provide consultation on statutory Care Act 2014 duties within the team 3. To monitor, review and evaluate care plans in order to ensure that they are meeting the needs of Adults and promote rights and economic wellbeing. 4. Through a strength based approach, assess and prioritise need to purchase appropriate services with Adults and Carers, in line with Personal Budgets and Direct Payments. 5. Ensure and promote that Adults and Carers are able to represent their views and by providing advocacy, communicators or translators when appropriate. 6. To hold a small caseload concentrating on those with complex care needs. 7. To protect adults at risk by robust assessments and the use of safeguarding procedures with an emphasis on making safeguarding personal. 8. Undertake the safeguarding adult manager role and role of enquiry officer as defined in the Pan London Safeguarding Procedures 9. To protect the needs of children in line with safeguarding procedures. 10. To provide an Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) service in accordance with the 1983 Mental Health Act (amended 2007). 11. To provide a professional lead in the team on AMPH practice issues, i.e. involvement in training and development and dissemination of up to date Mental Health Act information. 12. To provide professional supervision to social workers in line with the Supervision policy and the professional regulator (Social Work England) requirements. 13. To undertake responsibility for supporting team initiatives and activities as defined by Line Managers. 14. To act as Practice Educator/Assessor for social work students and Approved Mental Health Professional trainees if not already a qualified practice educator the postholder must be willing to undertake this. 15. To provide an adult social care perspective when assisting in the planning and development of Community Mental Health Services, promoting participation from adults who use the service. 16. To identify and report unmet need and service shortfalls to Line Manager. 17. To ensure that all client records within the sector are maintained in accordance with Council/Trust policies. 18. To support the Team Manager and ensure that the adult social care agenda is included in assessment and considered in response to new referrals and enquiries. 19. To co-ordinate, participate and, where appropriate, chair planning meetings, reviews and case conferences. 20. To participate in multidisciplinary and inter-agency meetings and working groups and to represent the department as required. 21. Contribute to and where possible, resolve complaints in line with the Council and Trust complaints procedure. 22. Undertake any other duties commensurate with the level of the post, as required to ensure the efficient and effective running of the organisation. MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP: Contribute to service development by providing information and ideas for improved and/or more efficient ways of providing a service. Supervise, support and appraise staff in line with the professional role and Trust/Council supervision policy. EQUALITIES: Implementation of the Councils equal opportunities policies and its statutory responsibility with regard to adults and service delivery SKILLS & ABILITIES 1. Ability to balance managing a small complex caseload plus managing/supervising staff. 2. Ability to negotiate and communicate effectively with colleagues within the department and also in other organisations and agencies, in particular, Health. 3. Ability to chair meetings effectively. 4. Ability to support Line Manager. 5. Demonstrate a commitment to working with Equality legislation, diverse needs and inclusion. 6. Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and providing specialist professional knowledge. 7. Ability to evidence decision-making with a good understanding of relevant legal and ethical knowledge underpinning the service. 8. A commitment to continual professional learning and development for self and others. KNOWLEDGE 1. Demonstrate a thorough working knowledge of relevant legislation, The Care Act 2014, the Mental Health Act 1983 (Amended 2007) and the Mental Capacity Act 2005. In addition to the aforementioned, a working knowledge of other related legislation and policy that interface the client group, such as the Health and Care Act 2022 and emphasis on partnership working. 2. Demonstrate appropriate understanding, knowledge and skills in valuing diversity. 3. Knowledge of mental health client group and the relevant interface between partnership systems to support and enable recovery. EXPERIENCE Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary setting and social care services for people with mental health problems. Effective supervision of students and/or staff. Have experience of undertaking a wide range of varied and complex mental health work and mental health act assessment scenarios. Experience of supervision of Approved Mental Health Professional and/or Approved Mental Health professional trainees would be an advantage. Experience of working with multi-agency organisations. BROMLEY VALUES AND BEHAVIOUR Each post within the Council correlates to the Bromley BR grading system. Using a Job Evaluation scheme each role is benchmarked to demonstrate the responsibilities, skills and abilities required to undertake it. Our behaviours framework complements this approach by giving examples of the types of behaviours expected at each grade and goes further to indicate aspirational levels. Accountability and Responsibility: Shows strong understanding of how their actions will impact on the reputation of the wider service they deliver. Shows drive and tenacity in resolving immediate problems and finding ways to ensure they do not occur again. Continuous Improvement: Keeps up to date with current ideas and issues that impact on his/her service. Shares own experience and learning to the benefit of colleagues and the service. Builds Relationships: Has a reputation for acting with integrity. Always seeks to find the common ground on which to build productive working relationships. Communication: Influences others by presenting their ideas in a compelling manner. Picks up non-verbal clues when talking with others. QUALIFICATIONS B.A. SW/DipSW/CQSW Current Approved Mental Health Professional Best Interest Assessor Practice Educator/AMHP Assessor would be desirable postholder must be willing to train Degree or equivalent qualification in Social Care Registered with Social Work England Those holding a social work qualification from 2012 onwards must provide evidence of successfully completing an Assessed and Supported Year (ASYE) in employment OR if newly qualified undertake to the ASYE, as part of the councils probationary process. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS To maintain Social Work England registration and adhere to the SW code of practice. Current Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance. Must be eligible to work in the UK. To maintain AMHP status, by undertaking appropriate training and continuing professional development. Ability to work across the Borough and beyond if required. Able to work flexible hours if required to do so. The postholder must be willing to be based onsite, as a member of a fully integrated and cohesive team working from home will be by exception only Person Specification Special Requirements Essential To maintain AMHP status, by undertaking appropriate training and continuing professional development To maintain Social Work England registration and adhere to the code of practice Commitment to improving practice standards and personal competencies through continuous professional development Must be eligible to work in the UK Ability to work across the Borough and beyond if required Able to work flexible hours if required to do so Current Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance A satisfactory enhanced DBS Experience Essential 1.Experience of working in an multi-disciplinary setting and social care services for people with mental health problems. 2.Effective supervision of students and/or staff. 3.Have experience of undertaking a wide range of varied and complex MH Act assessment scenarios. 4.Experience of supervision of Approved Mental Health Professional and/or Approved Mental Health professional trainees would be an advantage. 5.Experience of working with multi-agency organisations Knowledge Essential 1.Demonstrate a thorough working knowledge of relevant legislation, The Care Act 2014, the Mental Health Act 1983 (Amended 2007) and the Mental Capacity Act 2005. In addition to the aforementioned, a working knowledge of other related legislation and policy that interface the client group. 2.Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of social policy issues affecting the implementation of Community Care, particularly for people with mental health problems. 3.Demonstrate appropriate understanding, knowledge and skills in valuing diversity. Qualifications Essential B.A. SW/DipSW/CQSW Current Approved Mental Health Professional Practice Educator Degree or equivalent qualification in Social Care Registered with Social Work England Those holding a social work qualification from 2012 onwards must provide evidence of successfully completing an assessed and supported year in employment OR if newly qualified undertake to an assessed and supported year in employment as part of the councils probationary process. Skills and Abilities Essential 1.Ability to balance managing a small complex caseload plus managing/supervising staff. 2.Ability to negotiate and communicate effectively with colleagues within the department and also in other organisations and agencies, in particular, Health. 3.Ability to chair meetings effectively. 4.Ability to support Line Manager. 5.Demonstrate an awareness of and commitment to, equal opportunities. 6.Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team. 7.Ability to tackle problems creatively. Person Specification Special Requirements Essential To maintain AMHP status, by undertaking appropriate training and continuing professional development To maintain Social Work England registration and adhere to the code of practice Commitment to improving practice standards and personal competencies through continuous professional development Must be eligible to work in the UK Ability to work across the Borough and beyond if required Able to work flexible hours if required to do so Current Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance A satisfactory enhanced DBS Experience Essential 1.Experience of working in an multi-disciplinary setting and social care services for people with mental health problems. 2.Effective supervision of students and/or staff. 3.Have experience of undertaking a wide range of varied and complex MH Act assessment scenarios. 4.Experience of supervision of Approved Mental Health Professional and/or Approved Mental Health professional trainees would be an advantage. 5.Experience of working with multi-agency organisations Knowledge Essential 1.Demonstrate a thorough working knowledge of relevant legislation, The Care Act 2014, the Mental Health Act 1983 (Amended 2007) and the Mental Capacity Act 2005. In addition to the aforementioned, a working knowledge of other related legislation and policy that interface the client group. 2.Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of social policy issues affecting the implementation of Community Care, particularly for people with mental health problems. 3.Demonstrate appropriate understanding, knowledge and skills in valuing diversity. Qualifications Essential B.A. SW/DipSW/CQSW Current Approved Mental Health Professional Practice Educator Degree or equivalent qualification in Social Care Registered with Social Work England Those holding a social work qualification from 2012 onwards must provide evidence of successfully completing an assessed and supported year in employment OR if newly qualified undertake to an assessed and supported year in employment as part of the councils probationary process. Skills and Abilities Essential 1.Ability to balance managing a small complex caseload plus managing/supervising staff. 2.Ability to negotiate and communicate effectively with colleagues within the department and also in other organisations and agencies, in particular, Health. 3.Ability to chair meetings effectively. 4.Ability to support Line Manager. 5.Demonstrate an awareness of and commitment to, equal opportunities. 6.Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team. 7.Ability to tackle problems creatively. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name London Borough of Bromley Address Oxleas Nhs Trust Carlton Parade Orpington Kent BR6 0JB Employer's website https://www.bromley.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)