Social Worker - ACT (Assertive Community Treatment) Team
Newcastle, UK
£19 - £24 per hour
About the Role:
Randstad is looking for a dedicated Social Worker to join the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team in Newcastle.
This role involves providing intensive, person-centered support to individuals with complex mental health needs, helping them achieve stability and independence within their community.
You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver holistic support, empowering individuals to reach their goals.
Key Responsibilities:
* Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualized care plans for service users with mental health challenges.
* Provide assertive outreach to engage and support individuals in their own environments, promoting recovery and resilience.
* Collaborate with a range of professionals, including psychiatrists, nurses, and housing services, to ensure a coordinated approach to each case.
* Support service users in accessing community resources, managing their daily living skills, and improving their quality of life.
* Monitor and review progress regularly, adapting care plans as necessary to meet evolving needs.
* Engage in regular supervision, team meetings, and training to stay current with best practices and developments in mental health care.
Requirements:
* Qualified Social Worker with valid Social Work England registration.
* Experience working with individuals with mental health needs, ideally within a community-based or ACT setting.
* Strong understanding of mental health legislation, including the Mental Health Act and Care Act.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with service users and team members.
* Resilience, patience, and the ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
* Commitment to promoting recovery and independence for individuals with complex mental health needs.
Benefits:
* Competitive and Weekly pay-rates
* One committed and dedicated point of contact
* An unlimited referrals incentive, giving you a £300 voucher for anyone you refer (T&Cs apply)
* Access to 100s of discounts through the Hapi App
How to Apply:
If you're ready to make a difference in the lives of individuals, we want to hear from you! we have several exciting opportunities with competitive pay & flexibility.
Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you're passionate about this role.
If you wish to discuss this further please call 0191 5359054 and can share the CV
Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.
Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.
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