Social Worker – Mental Health and Substance Misuse

East Sussex County Council

Social Worker providing care for adults with mental health and substance misuse issues at East Sussex County Council. Investigating safeguarding concerns, assessments, and training as AMHP.

Posted 7/6/2026full-timeUckfield • 🇬🇧 United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £40,109 - £45,850 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Providing social care for adults with mental health and substance misuse issues
Investigating safeguarding concerns
Carrying out statutory assessments
Commissioning support and presenting reports to panels or in court
Working with partner agencies, carers, and families to build support networks
Expected to train as an Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) and undertake other key training

Requirements

What you’ll need

Are social work qualified and registered with Social Work England (please include your registration number on your application)
Have completed your assessed & supported year in employment (ASYE)
Have knowledge of legal and policy frameworks
Can work independently
Have experience of completing needs assessments upon which effective plans are based

Benefits

Comp & perks

A diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment

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Hard Skills & Tools

Statutory AssessmentsSafeguarding InvestigationsNeeds AssessmentsReport WritingSupport Planning

Soft Skills

Independent WorkCollaborationTraining And Development

Certifications

Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) Training