Caseworker (In Reach)

Kirklees Metropolitan Council; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Impactful community work

Employee discounts

Competitive pension

Job summary

Middlesbrough Council is seeking a Caseworker for the Mental Health In Reach Team on a permanent basis. You will support clients with substance use issues, domestic abuse, and homelessness, guiding them through treatment and recovery and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams.

The role requires flexibility, including out-of-hours work with late evenings and weekends. Core duties include screenings, recovery plan development, referrals, and ensuring adherence to procedures using a

Qualifications

• Experience working with vulnerable populations—substance use, domestic abuse, homelessness.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to a trauma-informed, strengths-based approach.

Responsibilities

• Conduct screenings and assessments to identify client needs.
• Develop and implement tailored recovery plans.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and external agencies to coordinate care.
• Engage clients with flexible, proactive approaches to meet service needs.
• Coordinate with the clinical team to ensure appropriate interventions.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Trauma-informed

Job description

The role

Are you resilient and proactive? Are you passionate about helping people in the local community make lasting changes?

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Caseworker to join our Mental Health In reach Team on a Permanent basis.

We are looking for someone who can offer flexibility, as this role includes out-of-hours work, with regular late evening and weekend commitments to meet the needs of the service.

Who We Are

Working as part of Middlesbrough Council, our multi-disciplinary team provides vital support to those experiencing problems related to substance use. Our mission is to empower our service users by offering comprehensive care, tailored interventions, and a pathway to recovery.

Purpose of the Role

As a Caseworker, you will provide comprehensive support to clients experiencing substance use issues, domestic abuse, and homelessness. You will guide clients through their treatment and recovery journey, implementing psychosocial interventions, developing recovery plans, and facilitating referrals to relevant services. Your work will help people achieve recovery.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct screenings and assessments to identify client needs.
• Develop and implement tailored recovery plans.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and external agencies to ensure service users receive the care they need.
• Work proactively and flexibly to engage clients and meet service needs.
• Ensure adherence to all processes and procedures.
• Liaise with the clinical team to coordinate appropriate clinical interventions for clients.

What We Offer

• A supportive and dynamic work environment.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development.
• The chance to make a real impact in the community.
• Employees discounts and a competitive pension scheme.

Requirements

• Experience working with vulnerable populations—ideally those with issues related to substance use, domestic abuse, or homelessness.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to a trauma-informed, strengths-based approach.

This role also requires a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle. You will also need to have business insurance in place prior to starting, if you do not already have this. Unfortunately, we will not be able to proceed with any applicants who do not meet this requirement.

If this is you, this may be the opportunity you are looking for!

The above post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Company: Middlesbrough Council

Salary: £32,046 – £33,673

Location: Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire

Sector: Health and Social Care

Job Role: Support Worker

We operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran.

Please note Middlesbrough Council do not currently offer sponsorships.