ASW Mental Health Social Worker WCR 3

Westminster City Council Adult Social Care is seeking an experienced Mental Health Social Worker to join the South Locality Adult Social Care Mental Health Team, with a dedicated link role to an imminently opening 5-bed Recovery House in Pimlico.
The postholder will report to a Senior Social Worker and will work flexibly between the Vauxhall office base, the Recovery House in Pimlico, and the community. The role is central to supporting recovery-focused mental health pathways and effective partnership working with health colleagues.
Key Responsibilities
Act as the named/link social worker for the Pimlico Recovery House
Provide social work expertise to Recovery House staff, including OTs, support workers and the Mental Health Outreach Worker
Act as the key liaison with Trust PCN teams for Recovery House residents
Participate in the South Locality daily duty rota, responding to incoming referrals and enquiries
Undertake Care Act strengths-based needs assessments
Complete Care Act care and support plans, reviews and reassessments
Apply for and coordinate funding for placements
Develop and review Section 117 aftercare plans in collaboration with health colleagues
Attend MDT ward rounds and community MDT meetings
Lead discharge planning from acute and psychiatric hospital settings
Act as Lead Enquiry Officer (LEO) for safeguarding enquiries
Undertake carers†assessments under the Care Act
Complete Mental Capacity Act assessments and best interests decision-making
Attend team meetings and contribute to service delivery and development What the Role Will Achieve
Support Westminster Adult Social Care to deliver and embed the Recovery House service
Help provide a high-quality mental health social care service to Westminster residents
Support team performance around assessments, reviews and safeguarding activity
Work collaboratively and supportively within a multidisciplinary team
Strengthen effective interface working with CNWL and other health partners The Team
The role sits within the South Locality Adult Social Care Mental Health Team, Westminster City Council, working closely with health, housing and community partners.

Social Work England registration
Experience working within a community mental health team
Strong working knowledge of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act and safeguarding legislation
Most Important Qualities for the Ideal Candidate
Ability to work effectively in partnership with social care colleagues and health professionals
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-demand service
Strong time management and organisational skills
A strengths-based, compassionate approach that promotes dignity, respect and recovery