Early Intervention - Care Coordinator- social worker (Band 6) - Mental Health - Greater Manches[...]

Greater Manchester Mental Health; Manchester; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Band 6 Social Worker to join their Early Intervention in Psychosis Team. This role focuses on providing evidence-based recovery interventions to young individuals experiencing their first episode of psychosis. The successful candidate will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, promoting personal recovery and active involvement in life. With comprehensive training and a supportive environment, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in the mental health field while enjoying the vibrant life Greater Manchester has to offer.

Benefits

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Opportunities for learning and development

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Post-registration clinical experience in mental health.
• Experience working within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based recovery interventions to individuals experiencing psychosis.
• Conduct first-line assessments using a biopsychosocial framework.

Skills

Evidence-based recovery interventions

First-line assessments

Understanding of Mental Health Act 1983

Risk management

Knowledge of Mental Capacity Act

Education

Core professional qualification in social work

Ongoing professional development

Job description

Early Intervention - Care Coordinator - Social Worker

Band 6

Main area: Mental Health | Grade: Band 6 | Contract: Permanent | Hours:

• Full time
• Part time

37.5 hours per week (Weekend working will be required on a rota basis; flexible working options are available. Currently, weekend working is not in place.) Job ref 437-7161353

Site: Crossgate House, Town: Manchester | Salary: £37,338 - £44,962 per annum (pro rata) | Salary period: Yearly | Closing date: 12/05/2025 23:59

Job overview

This is an exciting opportunity for a Band 6 Social Worker to join the Trafford Early Intervention in Psychosis Team based at Crossgate House in Sale. We work with individuals aged 14-35 experiencing a first episode psychosis.

We are a welcoming, dedicated, and experienced team. We offer various psychological therapies and psychosocial interventions, along with comprehensive training across the directorate. We work closely with service users and families, providing behavioral therapy and family interventions, valuing service user involvement and participation in service development.

Main duties of the job

We seek a highly motivated individual with a passion for delivering evidence-based recovery interventions to those experiencing a first episode psychosis. The post holder will aim to reduce the impact of psychosis and promote active involvement in life, focusing on living an ordinary life and personal recovery.

Working for our organisation

Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7,000 staff across more than 160 locations. We provide inpatient and community mental health services across Bolton, Manchester, Salford, Trafford, and Wigan, along with specialist services across Greater Manchester and beyond. Greater Manchester offers vibrant city life and beautiful countryside, with a warm northern welcome. Our staff enjoy opportunities for learning, development, and innovation to improve care.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see the attached job description and person specification.

Band: [Details to be specified]

Shift details: Saturday (midnight to midnight), any weekday after 8 pm and before 6 am, all Sundays and public holidays (midnight to midnight).

Annual leave: 27 days plus bank holidays, increasing to 29 after 5 years and 33 after 10 years.

Person specification

Qualifications/Education

• Core professional qualification in social work
• Evidence of ongoing professional development

Experience

• Post-registration clinical experience
• Experience working within a multidisciplinary team
• Understanding of the Care Programme Approach and Mental Health Act 1983, including rights of carers
• Knowledge of risk management and adult safeguarding procedures
• Experience caring for adults with organic and functional mental illnesses
• Ability to conduct first-line assessments using a biopsychosocial framework
• Experience working with children, adolescents, and individuals with psychosis
• Knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act

All positions are subject to pre-employment checks, including DBS clearance. Applicants with experience as service users or carers are encouraged to apply. We are committed to diversity and removing barriers for under-represented groups. Informal enquiries can be directed to Denise McArthur, Team Manager, at [e-mail] or 0161 358 1390.