Social Worker inManchester inManchester PUBLISHED
TUE 7 JAN 2025
Opportunity to contribute to Community Transformation and a place-based community mental health model.
Engagement in multi-disciplinary integrated working, promoting collaboration among health professionals.
Access to ongoing training and professional development, including in-house ASYE program and specialized training.
Ability to support individuals in a strengths-based approach to mental health recovery, emphasizing empowerment.
Involvement in high-quality assessments and person-centred planning, enhancing skills and expertise.
Opportunities to participate in research and psychosocial intervention training to further expand professional development.
The Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Social Worker to join their North Manchester Specialist Community Mental Health Team (CMHT). This role is integral to the transformation of mental health services towards a community-based model and emphasises a strengths and asset-based approach to support individuals' recovery. The Social Worker will be responsible for conducting high-quality assessments, creating person-centered recovery plans, and collaborating within a multi-disciplinary team to deliver effective social care that upholds the human rights of service users.
Successful candidates will benefit from a supportive work environment that prioritizes their wellbeing, training, and career development, offering opportunities such as the in-house ASYE program, AMHP training, and access to experienced supervision. The role requires a commitment to high standards of professional practice, compliance with relevant legislation, and involvement in safeguarding and risk mitigation. Greater Manchester is recognized as a vibrant area to live and work, fostering innovation and personal growth for its employees.
Successful candidates will benefit from a supportive work environment that prioritizes their wellbeing, training, and career development, offering opportunities such as the in-house ASYE program, AMHP training, and access to experienced supervision. The role requires a commitment to high standards of professional practice, compliance with relevant legislation, and involvement in safeguarding and risk mitigation. Greater Manchester is recognized as a vibrant area to live and work, fostering innovation and personal growth for its employees.
Mental health services in Manchester are working towards Community Transformation; with a new framework the vision is for a place-based community mental health model.
We recognise that social work plays a key role within this. Social work is critical in upholding individuals’ human rights, fostering a strengths and asset based approach to an individual’s mental health recovery; and a component to multi-disciplinary integrated working.
As such, we are looking for a Social Worker who is able to take up a role in supporting our service users in delivering high quality, person centred, strength based social care duties, through empowering assessments and support for individuals within our Specialist CMHTs in North Manchester.
In return we are committed to your wellbeing, training and career development. We can offer you a place on our in-house ASYE programme or the chance to develop your knowledge and skills by completing AMHP training, Best Interest Assessor Training and Practice Education. We have bimonthly AMHP and social work forums. You will have access to social work specific supervision delivered by an experienced social worker. Alongside this there are opportunities to be involved in research or complete psychosocial intervention training
If you are, compassionate, hardworking and motivated this is the role for you. We currently have a position at North Manchester Specialist CMHT based in our exciting new and modern base at the Central Park Hub.
Skills
You will be responsible for carrying out social work duties is a fast paced multi-disciplinary team requiring the highest levels of skills, knowledge and professional expertise. You will ensure the delivery of effective, safe integrated services for adults through the promotion of high standards of practice in assessments and person-centred planning, being creative to meet individual outcomes. The role involves:
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Sarah Philips Job title: Team Manager Email address: Telephone number:
We recognise that social work plays a key role within this. Social work is critical in upholding individuals’ human rights, fostering a strengths and asset based approach to an individual’s mental health recovery; and a component to multi-disciplinary integrated working.
As such, we are looking for a Social Worker who is able to take up a role in supporting our service users in delivering high quality, person centred, strength based social care duties, through empowering assessments and support for individuals within our Specialist CMHTs in North Manchester.
In return we are committed to your wellbeing, training and career development. We can offer you a place on our in-house ASYE programme or the chance to develop your knowledge and skills by completing AMHP training, Best Interest Assessor Training and Practice Education. We have bimonthly AMHP and social work forums. You will have access to social work specific supervision delivered by an experienced social worker. Alongside this there are opportunities to be involved in research or complete psychosocial intervention training
If you are, compassionate, hardworking and motivated this is the role for you. We currently have a position at North Manchester Specialist CMHT based in our exciting new and modern base at the Central Park Hub.
Skills
You will be responsible for carrying out social work duties is a fast paced multi-disciplinary team requiring the highest levels of skills, knowledge and professional expertise. You will ensure the delivery of effective, safe integrated services for adults through the promotion of high standards of practice in assessments and person-centred planning, being creative to meet individual outcomes. The role involves:
- Assessing, planning and review in line with requirements of the Care Act (2and s117 of the Mental Health Act (1983).
- Taking a strengths based and assessed based approach to support
- Work with a caseload of individuals in a collaborative way to support in the development of their assessments, recovery plans and structured care plans
- Signpost to non-statutory services or commission packages of care.
- Complete high quality assessments of Mental Capacity (in line with Mental Capacity Act 2005) and chair Best Interest Meetings
- Make safeguarding enquiries in line with s42 of the care Act (2ensuring that safeguarding is person centred, outcomes achieved and risk mitigated
- Comply with SWE Professional Standards and be Registered with Social Work England ,
- Comply with legislation, national and local policies and procedures.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Sarah Philips Job title: Team Manager Email address: Telephone number:
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To work as a social worker in the UK, you need a combination of education, practical skills, and personal attributes. Here are some key skills and qualifications required:
Educational Requirements:
1. Relevant Degree: Typically, you need a degree in social work, which is usually recognized by UK regulatory bodies. Alternatively, a postgraduate degree in social work may suffice if you have a prior degree in another discipline.
2. Postgraduate Certificate in Social Work: For those who have a relevant degree but not in social work, a postgraduate qualification can be pursued.
3. Registration: You must register with the regulatory body for social workers in your country (Social Work England for England, Social Care Wales, the Care Council for Northern Ireland, or the Scottish Social Services Council).
Key Skills Required:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to clearly and compassionately communicate with clients, families, and other professionals.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding clients' feelings and perspectives to provide appropriate support and guidance.
3. Critical Thinking: Ability to assess situations, evaluate information, and make informed decisions.
4. Problem-Solving Skills: Competence in developing practical solutions to complex issues faced by clients.
5. Interpersonal Skills: Ability to build trusting relationships and work collaboratively with clients and multidisciplinary teams.
6. Organizational Skills: Managing a caseload, keeping accurate records, and ensuring all paperwork is completed promptly.
7. Cultural Competence: Understanding and respecting the diverse backgrounds and experiences of clients.
8. Resilience: Ability to cope with emotional stress and remain focused under pressure.
9. Advocacy Skills: Ability to advocate for clients’ needs and rights effectively.
10. Knowledge of Services and Legislation: Understanding of social welfare policies, relevant laws, and local services available to clients.
Additional Attributes:
- Ethical Practice: Strong moral principles guiding your work.
- Adaptability: Flexibility to work in various circumstances and respond to changing needs.
- Teamwork: Ability to work effectively within a team and contribute to collective goals.
Experience:
- Practical Experience: Engaging in placements during your studies, volunteering, or previous roles in related fields can provide essential hands-on experience.
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