Inpatient Social Worker

Charles Hunter Associates; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Social Worker within a specialist mental health hospital. This role offers an opportunity to work closely with patients experiencing a range of mental health challenges, ensuring tailored care throughout their treatment journey. Candidates must hold a relevant social work qualification and have at least two years of post-qualification experience, with skills in therapeutic practices being essential. Enjoy competitive rates and the chance to enhance your skills in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Benefits

Parking available onsite

Opportunity for skill enhancement

Stable contract

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience required.
• Experience in a mental health setting is ideal.
• Valid UK driving license preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ongoing social care assessments and reports.
• Work with patients individually to support their independence.
• Collaborate within a mental health team for optimal patient care.

Skills

Therapeutic approach

Communication

Assessment skills

Education

Social Work Degree/DipSW/CQSW

Job description

We are looking for a Social Worker to join a Specialist Mental Health Hospital.

This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 2 years post qualified experience.

About the team

This service includes two low secure pre-discharge wards with patients experiencing mental illness, brain injuries and personality disorders who show a high risk to either themselves or others.The units work with each patient individually to ensure their care and overall development is the best it can be.The Social Work team complete ongoing social care assessments and reports as required from pre-admission through to discharge stage.Having a therapeutic way of working is key in this service to be able to support each patient gain as much independence as possible.

About you

A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of 2 years experience is essential in order to be considered for this role.Experience in a mental health setting (ideally in an inpatient environment) offer a greater chance of success of this role.A valid UK driving licence is preferred not essential - due to the requirement of majority office working.

What's on offer?

• £31.00 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
• An opportunity to work in a specialist environment
• Integrated services meaning better care and timescales for inpatients
• Parking available onsite
• Great opportunity to enhance your skillset within mental health work
• A stable contract due to the demand of the service

For more information, please get in contact

Katherine Scoggins - Candidate Consultant

0118 948 5555/ 07990044930