Social Worker
<p>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.</p> <p><br /></p> <p>Are you an outstanding Social Worker with a passion for delivering high quality care? </p> <p><br /></p> <p>Cygnet have been providing a national network of high quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years.</p> <p><br /></p> <p>With us, you’ll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families. </p> <p><br /></p> <p>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.</p> <p><br /></p> <p>It’s an excellent opportunity to progress your career as a valued member of a supportive team.</p> <p><br /></p> <p>Maximising positive outcomes & recovery for our clients – it's a challenging, satisfying vocation.</p> <p><br /></p> <p>At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.</p> <p>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.</p> <p><br /></p> <p>So if you’re passionate about what you do, we want to talk to you!</p> <p><br /></p> <p><b>Cygnet Hospital Bierley:</b></p> <p>Cygnet Hospital Bierley provides a range of acute and low secure mental health services for men and women.</p> <p>The hospital is set across four wards offering single-sex male and female specialist mental health services. All our services a<br />re provided under the umbrella of a recovery orientated approach and are reviewed through the CPA framework.</p> <p><b>Key Responsibilities</b></p> <ul> <li>Work as a core member of the multidisciplinary team across 2 wards to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care</li><li>Contribute to assessment, formulation, and implementation of individual care and treatment plans</li><li>Assess and address patients’ social circumstances, including housing, benefits, family relationships, and community support</li><li>Lead on discharge planning to ensure safe, timely, and sustainable transitions back to the community</li><li>Maintain active liaison with community mental health teams, local authorities, housing providers, and other external agencies</li><li>Attend and contribute to Mental Health Review Tribunals and other statutory meetings</li><li>Lead safeguarding processes and respond to safeguarding concerns relating to patients</li><li>Act as an advocate for patients’ rights, dignity, and social inclusion</li><li>Complete risk assessments relating to social and environmental factors</li><li>Provide psycho-social interventions to support recovery and independence</li><li>Maintain accurate, timely clinical records and reports in line with legal and organisational standards</li><li>Support family involvement and facilitate communication between patients and carers where appropriate, cares lead. </li><li>Participate in case conferences, ward rounds, and care programme approach (CPA) meetings</li><li>Contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives</li><li>Provide support and supervision to the team and students. </li></ul> <p><br /></p> <p>?<b>Person Specification</b></p> <ul> <li>Qualified Social Worker with current professional registration</li><li>Minimum of 2 years’ experien<br />ce working within mental health settings</li><li>Experience working in inpatient or acute mental health environments</li><li>Strong knowledge of mental health legislation, safeguarding procedures, and social care frameworks</li><li>Experience with discharge planning and multi-agency collaboration</li><li>Ability to manage complex caseloads and competing priorities</li><li>Excellent communication and report-writing skills</li><li> <p>Desirable:</p> </li><li>Experience working with women in mental health services</li><li>Experience attending tribunals or court-related processes</li><li>Training in trauma-informed practice</li><li>Knowledge of housing and welfare systems.</li></ul> <p><br /></p> <p><b>Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you…</b></p> <ul> <li>Salary: £33,280 - £38,780pa DOE</li><li>Strong career progression opportunities, including into management roles</li><li>Monthly reflective practice, expert supervision & peer support</li><li>Employee referral scheme</li><li>Pension scheme</li><li>“Cycle to Work” scheme & employee discount savings.</li></ul> <p><br /></p> <p>Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.</p> <p><b>Ready to make a positive change? </b></p> <p>Please click on the ‘apply now’ link below</p> <p>Join us!</p> <p><br /></p> <p><br /></p> <p><br /></p> <p><i>What next?</i></p> <p><br /></p> <p>If you care about making a difference – we want to talk to you.</p> <p><br /></p> <p>Click the button to apply</p>