Inpatient Social Worker: Mental Health & Discharge Expert

Cygnet Group; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Expert supervision

Health cash plan

Enhanced maternity pay

GP support line

Life assurance

Eye tests

Car lease discounts

Gym membership

Mortgage & insurance

Pension scheme

NHS discount

Cycle to Work

Smart Health Toolkit

Job summary

Cygnet Group is seeking a confident, compassionate & committed Social Worker to join Cygnet Hospital Sheffield on our Low Secure Adult ward. This is a full-time role, 40 hours per week, across 5 days, with the opportunity to progress within a supportive team.

The Inpatient Social Worker will provide psychosocial assessments, safeguarding leadership, and discharge planning support for young people admitted to the unit, acting as a key link between the ward and external agencies to promote welfare

Qualifications

• Registered Social Worker with Social Work England.
• Experience in working in mental health settings is preferred.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, health & safety, data protection and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Hold a ward caseload and manage all social care requirements for allocated service users, including those with complex needs.
• Collaborate with MDT and external professionals to deliver integrated treatment and support plans.
• Support social work assistants with managerial and clinical supervision.
• Ensure ongoing registration with Social Work England and manage professional fees.
• Attend statutory and mandatory training as required.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Report writing

Education

Social Work qualification

Job description

Cygnet Group is seeking a confident, compassionate & committed Social Worker to join Cygnet Hospital Sheffield on our Low Secure Adult ward. This is a full-time role, 40 hours per week, across 5 days, with the opportunity to progress within a supportive team.

The Inpatient Social Worker will provide psychosocial assessments, safeguarding leadership, and discharge planning support for young people admitted to the unit, acting as a key link between the ward and external agencies to promote welfare