Social Worker

Helping others improve and turn their lives around - there's no better feeling. It's what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

Are you an outstanding Social Worker with a passion for delivering high quality care?

Cygnet have been providing a national network of high quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years.

With us, you'll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.

We are looking for a confident, compassionate & committed Social Worker to join our team at Cygnet Hospital Bierley. This role will be a full time, 37.5 hours per week however we are open to applicants seeking part time hours and welcome applications.

It's an excellent opportunity to progress your career as a valued member of a supportive team.

Maximising positive outcomes & recovery for our clients - it's a challenging, satisfying vocation.

At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.

You'll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts - as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits - to support you to be happy both in and out of work.

So if you're passionate about what you do, we want to talk to you!

Cygnet Hospital Bierley:

Cygnet Hospital Bierley provides a range of acute and low secure mental health services for men and women.

The hospital is set across four wards offering single-sex male and female specialist mental health services. All our services are provided under the umbrella of a recovery orientated approach and are reviewed through the CPA framework.

Key Responsibilities

• Work as a core member of the multidisciplinary team across 2 wards to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care
• Contribute to assessment, formulation, and implementation of individual care and treatment plans
• Assess and address patients' social circumstances, including housing, benefits, family relationships, and community support
• Lead on discharge planning to ensure safe, timely, and sustainable transitions back to the community
• Maintain active liaison with community mental health teams, local authorities, housing providers, and other external agencies
• Attend and contribute to Mental Health Review Tribunals and other statutory meetings
• Lead safeguarding processes and respond to safeguarding concerns relating to patients
• Act as an advocate for patients' rights, dignity, and social inclusion
• Complete risk assessments relating to social and environmental factors
• Provide psycho-social interventions to support recovery and independence
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical records and reports in line with legal and organisational standards
• Support family involvement and facilitate communication between patients and carers where appropriate, cares lead.
• Participate in case conferences, ward rounds, and care programme approach (CPA) meetings
• Contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives
• Provide support and supervision to the team and students.

Person Specification

• Qualified Social Worker with current professional registration
• Minimum of 2 years' experience working within mental health settings
• Experience working in inpatient or acute mental health environments
• Strong knowledge of mental health legislation, safeguarding procedures, and social care frameworks
• Experience with discharge planning and multi-agency collaboration
• Ability to manage complex caseloads and competing priorities
• Excellent communication and report-writing skills
• Desirable:
  
• Experience working with women in mental health services
• Experience attending tribunals or court-related processes
• Training in trauma-informed practice
• Knowledge of housing and welfare systems.

Why Cygnet? We'll offer you...

• Salary: £33,280 - £38,780pa DOE
• Strong career progression opportunities, including into management roles
• Monthly reflective practice, expert supervision & peer support
• Employee referral scheme
• Pension scheme
• "Cycle to Work" scheme & employee discount savings.

Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

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