Social Worker (AMHP) – Dedicated AMHP role

Job Description

The London Borough of Harrow is looking for a Social Worker (AMHP) – Dedicated AMHP role to join it's Adult Social Care service.

Tasks include working within a dedicated Approved Mental Health Professional service providing Mental Health Act assessment during office hours (and as required beyond) for residents of Harrow who require this statutory service.

The post holder will work in partnership with other emergency services, including the Police, LAS, A&E staff and the Fire Service, where necessary and appropriate. The post holder will be expected to carry out statutory duties relating to adults and older people. All duties performed will be in accordance with the appropriate policies and procedures for Harrow Council.

The successful candidate will have:

• A recognised professional Social Work qualification (e.g.: CQSW, Dip SW or degree in social work).
• Registered as a social worker with Social Work England (or equivalent if a nurse, OT or psychologist)
• Detailed knowledge of the Children Act 1989 and related regulations and guidance.
• Understanding of the main types of disability and mental disorder and the needs of service users and their family / carers.
• A full UK driving licence.
• Ability to make accurate and timely case recording and to update client information IT systems.

• Educated to degree level or equivalent or has the equivalent relevant work experience.

• An acceptable enhanced DBS check. (This post is exempt from Section 4 (2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 as the duties allow the post holder access to children and young people under 18 years of age and other vulnerable adults. Applicants are not entitled to withhold information about any convictions, spent or otherwise, and are required to notify the Council of any matters pending). Any job offer is dependent upon DBS clearance.

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Trevor Richardson, AMHP Lead, on 07714 097673 or Susan Blankso on 07751 732779

For more information, please refer to the Role Profile/Selection Criteria

About us

Harrow Council is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK, making it a great place to live, work and visit with a range of cultures, religions and opinions that come together to produce high achieving schools and a close and friendly community. Located 10 miles from the city centre and just 13 minutes to Euston from Harrow & Wealdstone station there are great transport links via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line and national rail service. It is easily accessible to the M1, M25 and A406.

Other information

Support for candidates visit:Harrow.gov.uk Our behavioural indicators roles below G11 and above G11 Here at Harrow Council, the vision is one of 'Working together to make a difference for Harrow' Please click here to view Harrow Council's benefits

Important Note

To deliver our commitment to equality of opportunity in service provision, all staff are expected to promote equality in the workplace and in the services the Council delivers. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs at the London Borough of Harrow. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender, reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, or maternity unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification applies. As such, we value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. For further information, please read our equality statement.

As a disability-confident employer, we are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and accessible to everyone. This includes reasonably adjusting the recruitment process for those with disabilities or long-term health conditions. For further information, please contact us at resourcing@harrow.gov.uk

London Borough of Harrow is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Harrow operates stringent, safer recruitment procedures.

Due to the high number of applications received for some posts, we may close vacancies before the stated closing date if sufficient applications are received. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible.

Harrow redeployees will be given priority consideration.

The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, any your data protection rights, can be found by visiting www.cifas.org.uk/fpn