Senior Social Worker - Adults Emergency Duty/Approved Mental Health Professional

Senior Social Worker / Approved Mental Health Professional (AMPH)Salary: PO4 + £3,000 AMHP allowance + 10% out-of-hours allowance. £3,000 recruitment and retention payment paid every 2 yearsPermanent36 Hours Full TimeOther essential information: Rota pattern of 3 weeks on, 2 weeks off. Must hold a full driving licence and have access to a car. Home-based with travel across Kingston, Merton, Richmond and SuttonObjective of the RoleYou will play a vital role in delivering emergency statutory social work services outside of normal office hours across four London boroughs: Kingston, Merton, Richmond and Sutton.As a Senior Social Worker and AMHP, you will respond to urgent adult safeguarding, mental health, and homelessness referrals, ensuring timely and effective interventions that protect and support vulnerable adults.About the RoleYou will be joining a permanent team of 6 (including the manager), supported by 5 sessional Senior Social Worker/AMHPs. The role will involve you to workremotely with access to Richmond''s IT systems and support.You will be required too:Provide emergency assessments and arrange services to mitigate risk.Undertake AMHP duties under the Mental Health Act 1983/2007.Respond to emergency housing needs and arrange temporary accommodation.Work independently and confidently in high-pressure situations.Participate in a rota covering evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience:A recognised social work qualification and ..... full job details .....