Band 7 Social Worker - Mental Health & Forensic Services

JustOT
London

Mediplacements are currently recruiting for an experienced Band 7 Social Worker to join a leading mental health service in London. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled practitioner with senior-level experience to play a key role in supporting mentally disordered offenders within a dynamic multidisciplinary team.

Band 7 Social Worker - Mental Health & Forensic Services
Location: London
Agency: Mediplacements

Role Overview
In this position, you will manage a defined caseload of patients, applying core social work values and principles while contributing to effective risk management, safeguarding, and recovery-focused care planning. You will work collaboratively with clinical teams to support safe and timely discharge pathways and ensure that patients receive comprehensive, trauma-informed support throughout their inpatient stay.

Key Responsibilities
Manage a complex caseload of forensic and adult mental health patients.
Apply social work legislation, principles, and best practice frameworks in all casework.
Conduct risk assessments and implement robust risk-management plans.
Lead on safeguarding concerns and ensure compliance with statutory processes.
Develop, review, and oversee discharge plans, liaising with internal and external partners.
Contribute to multidisciplinary team meetings, reports, and service planning.
Advocate for patients' rights and support their engagement in recovery-focused interventions.
Participate in ongoing service development and quality-improvement initiatives.
Access opportunities for continued professional development, training, and research.

Requirements
PMVA training or equivalent certification.
Demonstrable senior-level experience within adult mental health services.
Previous experience working in a forensic inpatient environment.
Strong understanding of safeguarding, risk management, and relevant legislation.
Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

For more information or to apply, please contact Julie at [email protected].
Posted 2026-01-09

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