Forensic Social Worker

Enfield Council • Enfield, NH

348d • £42,324 - £49,551

About The Position

We are seeking a motivated experienced social worker to join the North London Forensic Service (NLFS) based in Chase Farm Hospital, Enfield. NLFS provides care for mentally disordered offenders under the Mental Health Act (MHA) working across medium and low secure settings including specialist services for women and patients with a learning disability. The SW England registered social worker, who may be an AMHP, will have extensive mental health practice experience and in line with the 'Forensic Mental Health Social Work: Capabilities Framework' will bring a social perspective to the multi-disciplinary team's formulation and in delivering appropriate interventions. They will discharge statutory duties, work in partnership with a wide range of stakeholders and agencies; ensure that effective bridges are built between in-patient detention and community discharge processes which promote social inclusion and recovery. Professional development opportunities are available for practitioners at all levels.

Requirements

• Must have completed ASYE
• Minimum of 2 years' experience working in mental health
• Registered with Enfield Council to practice as an AMHP

Responsibilities

• Working with approximately 20 patients assessing risk and social care needs and identifying appropriate care pathways
• Responding to safeguarding concerns, (adults and children)
• Applying relevant legislation and guidance in practice e.g. MHA, MCA (assessments of capacity), Care Act, Criminal Justice Act, Children Act, HRA, DVCV Act etc.
• Working with families, victims and family victims, making referrals to MAPPA and MARAC
• Completing various social work reports e.g. MHT & MHAM (presenting reports to the MHT & AHM hearings) and MOJ social supervision
• Holding in balance public protection with the least restrictive option principle
• Working alongside the patient's Responsible Borough to complete needs assessments, housing and funding panel applications

Benefits

• An excellent pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Up to 32 days annual leave depending on grade and length of service
• Eight public holidays per year and an extra day off at Christmas
• A blend of remote and office based working for most roles
• Interest free season ticket loan repayable over three or ten months
• Career development and learning experiences from a range of training courses and learning methods
• Employee Assistance Programme to provide advice and counselling services
• Health and leisure discounts and tax-free bikes for work

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Administration of Economic Programs
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree