We are looking for a confident Social Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding care. You'll be working 40 hours a week, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Hospital Bierley.
Main duties of the job
At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.
About us
Cygnet was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10,000 employees empower 2,864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Are you an outstanding Social Worker with a passion for delivering high quality care?
Cygnet has 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-oriented approach and are reviewed through the CPA framework.
Your Day-to-Day
1. You'll be working 37.5 hours a week
2. Work in partnership with service users, their families and other stakeholders to assist with the recovery process
3. Forge links and maintain contact with other statutory agencies
4. Lead on the social care needs of service users
5. Ensure that service users and their families/carers are aware of their legal rights
6. Take an active role in safeguarding within the multidisciplinary team
7. Provide written reports to the multidisciplinary team and other professionals
You are
1. A Registered Social Worker with Social Work England
2. A relevant Social Work qualification
3. Experienced in working within a mental health setting, or passionate about working in this field
4. Knowledgeable of safeguarding, health & safety, data protection, confidentiality issues & equality & diversity
5. An excellent communicator with exceptional interpersonal skills
6. Able to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
7. Skilled in report writing with excellent literacy skills and attention to detail
Why Cygnet? We'll offer you
1. Strong career progression opportunities, including into management roles
2. Monthly reflective practice, expert supervision & peer support
3. Employee referral scheme
4. Pension scheme
5. Cycle to Work scheme & employee discount savings.
Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
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Employer details
Employer name
Cygnet Health Care
Address
Yorkshire and Humber
BD4 6AD
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