Social Worker inWeston Super Mare inWeston Super Mare PUBLISHED THU 24 OCT 2024

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As a Social Worker at Elysium Healthcare in Weston Super Mare, you will play a crucial role within a multidisciplinary team that supports adult men facing various mental health challenges at The Copse. Your responsibilities will include managing a complex caseload, conducting social care and risk assessments, facilitating group activities, and contributing to the overall care planning process to aid in the recovery and future community living of service users. You will report to the Safeguarding Lead, manage internal investigations, and connect service users with necessary support services while participating in ongoing supervision and training opportunities for career advancement.

To succeed in this role, candidates must possess registration with Social Work England and have relevant experience in similar environments, particularly in mental health. This position offers an annual salary of £33,488, generous leave policies, free meals and parking, as well as numerous benefits aimed at promoting a healthy work-life balance. Elysium Healthcare is dedicated to delivering exceptional care and offers pathways for professional growth within its extensive network of services across England and Wales.

As a Social Worker at Elysium Healthcare, you will be part of a multidisciplinary team providing care for adult men with a range of mental health conditions at The Copse in Weston Super Mare. You will manage a complex caseload, conduct social care assessments and risk assessments, facilitate group activities, and contribute to the care planning process to support service users in their recovery and future community living.

The Social Worker role at Elysium Healthcare involves managing a complex caseload, conducting social care assessments and risk assessments, facilitating group activities, and contributing to the care planning process to support service users in their recovery and future community living. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide care for adult men with a range of mental health conditions at The Copse in Weston Super Mare.

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As a Social Worker, you can be the reason why lives change for the better, helping some of the most vulnerable people gain a brighter future.

With previous experience from the NHS or private care, you can join the multidisciplinary team at The Copse in Weston Super Mare which has a strong emphasis on teamwork, and where you will provide care for adult men with a range of mental health conditions.

As a Social Worker you will manage a complex caseload and be responsible for social care assessments, risk assessments, facilitate group activities, and will contribute to ICR meetings, supporting service users to make viable plans for their future.

You report to the Safeguarding Lead, and will manage internal investigations and liaise with home authorities for service users during their admission and discharging process, while enjoying access to a range of training opportunities that can see your career grow and you achieve your career aspirations.
A career at Elysium is one that you can take pride in, knowing that you will be instrumental in helping people to lead a full and valued life, enabling them to live more independently. Its what delivering great healthcare should feel like. As a Social Worker you will be:

Referrals to LADO and Local Authority in line with safeguarding and assessments

Educating Hospital staff about relevant safeguarding matters.

Completing a full annual social care reassessment within the CPA format.

Facilitating access to welfare rights, housing, advocacy services and associated support services

Participating in 1:1 supervision

To be successful in this role, you'll need:

Have a Social Work England registration

A Social Work degree

Experience within similar environment

Experience with working with mental health conditions

Where you will be working:

Location:The Copse,BeechmountClose, Weston Super Mare, Somerset, United Kingdom BS24 9EX You will be working at The Copse, providing rehabilitation for men and women with mental health conditions who require a medium-term placement, focusing on active rehabilitation in order to progress into future community placements. Working as part of a team, you will support service users to maintain links with family and friends, gain opportunities and prepare for community living. Service Users typically come from either acute or low secure hospitals, or directly from the community

What you will get:

Annual salary of £33,488

The equivalent of 33 days annual leave – plus your birthday off!

Free meals and parking

Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance.

Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals.

Pension contribution to secure your future.

Life Assurance for added peace of mind.

Enhanced Maternity Package so you can truly enjoy this special time.

There is also a range of other benefits including retail discounts, special offers and much more.

About your next employer:

You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.

Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.

Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.

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More about the NHS

The National Health Service (NHS) is a cornerstone of healthcare in the United Kingdom, established in 1948 with the simple yet profound principle of providing healthcare to all citizens, free at the point of use. This revolutionary system aimed to ensure that access to medical services would not depend on an individual’s financial situation, a concept that has since become fundamental to British societal values. Learn more...

More about MENTAL HEALTH

Mental health has emerged as a critical issue in the United Kingdom, particularly in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. The crisis highlighted the fragility of mental well-being across different demographics, from children and adolescents to adults and the elderly. It has sparked a wider conversation about the importance of mental health care, accessibility, and the stigmas often associated with mental illnesses. Learn more...

Useful skills for a Social Worker: Click to view

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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