Social Worker - Multi-Agency Rough Sleepers' team (MARS)

TN United Kingdom; Chester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking council dedicated to providing exceptional social care services. This full-time role focuses on supporting rough sleepers with mental health challenges, offering a chance to make a real difference in the community. You will work in a supportive environment that values teamwork and innovation, while also benefiting from career development opportunities and a great work-life balance. The position requires a qualified AMHP ready to tackle complex cases and collaborate with various services. If you're passionate about social care and want to contribute to meaningful change, this role is for you.

Benefits

Shopping Discounts

Holiday Discounts

Medical Treatments Discounts

Car Lease Schemes

Cycle Schemes

Generous Holiday Entitlement

Pension Scheme

Career Development

Recognition Rewards

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Qualified as an AMHP with experience in mental health and safeguarding.
• Knowledgeable of mental health legislation and complex case management.

Responsibilities

• Conduct mental health and Care Act assessments for rough sleepers.
• Liaise with mental health services and develop support plans.

Skills

Mental Health Assessments

Care Act Assessments

Safeguarding Adults

Effective Communication

Managing High-Risk Cases

Education

Postgraduate Certificate in AMHP

Master's Degree in Social Work

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Social Worker - Multi-Agency Rough Sleepers' team (MARS), Chester

Client: Cheshire West and Chester Council

Location: Chester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: e22569abb9af

Job Views: 4

Posted: 05.05.2025

Expiry Date: 19.06.2025

Job Description:

Here at Cheshire West and Chester Council, we are committed to providing excellent Adult Social Care services to residents. We are one team, putting what matters to people first and investing in a number of roles across our service areas to grow our dynamic, solution-focused team.

We offer meaningful work, career progression, pay increases, and a great work-life balance. If you are passionate about making a difference and are looking to join a welcoming, values-driven service, please consider our available roles.

This position is for a Grade Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP). We also welcome applications from Progressed Social Workers (non-AMHP/Grade).

This is a full-time temporary specialist post funded until March. The role involves working exclusively with rough sleepers with mental health issues, including mental health assessments, Care Act assessments, support plans, and liaising with mental health services. The referral process is broad, with customers able to self-refer through drop-in sessions.

Our values are Teamwork, Honesty, Respect, Innovation, Value for Money, and Empowerment. We seek dedicated, motivated team players to support adults under the Care Act, helping them achieve their outcomes through creative solutions.

You will have the opportunity to:

• Work in a forward-thinking Council with shared values
• Understand and support local care and support needs
• Ensure clients are connected to necessary services and community assets
• Receive support from proactive management
• Develop your legal literacy and work with legal support services
• Progress your career through training and development, including professional registration fee support
• Gain experience working with individuals with Learning Disabilities or Mental Health needs

You will be:

• Qualified as an AMHP (postgraduate certificate or master's level)
• Experienced in managing high-risk, complex cases and safeguarding adults
• Knowledgeable of mental health legislation
• Comfortable working autonomously and motivated to make a difference
• Aware of the importance of multidisciplinary and integrated working
• Capable of effective communication with clients, carers, and families
• Resilient and able to manage personal stress
• Able to undertake an enhanced DBS check and Adults Barred List check

This is a hybrid role, combining work in Council offices and from home where suitable. Benefits include discounts on shopping, holidays, days out, cinemas, medical treatments, car lease schemes, cycle schemes, generous holiday entitlement, pension scheme, career development, recognition rewards, and an Employee Assistance Programme.

We reserve the right to withdraw this advert if sufficient applications are received. Currently, we cannot offer sponsorship for international applicants.