The Shift: A Day with Ruth, Social Worker & Deputy Team Manager

Meet Ruth, a Social Worker and Deputy Team Manager working in an Adult Mental Health Social Care Team, as she shares insights into her role and responsibilities. From supporting people living with complex mental health needs, to leading a team and coordinating care with health and social services, Ruth highlights the importance of social work in promoting recovery, independence, and wellbeing. This episode of The Shift offers an inside look at adult mental health social care, showing how social workers balance direct support with leadership and advocacy to make a lasting impact in people’s lives.