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

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Social Worker for a vital role in supporting rough sleepers with mental health issues. This full-time position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by managing a diverse caseload and advocating for vulnerable individuals. The role emphasizes teamwork, innovation, and respect, providing a supportive environment with flexible working arrangements. Ideal candidates will possess an AMHP qualification and experience in mental health assessments. Join a passionate team committed to improving outcomes for adults in need.

Benefits

Generous Holiday Allowance

Pension Scheme

Training Opportunities

Wellbeing Support

Discounts

Qualifications

• AMHP qualification required for this role.
• Experience in managing high-risk, complex cases is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support adults with care and support needs to achieve their outcomes.
• Conduct mental health and Care Act assessments.

Skills

Mental Health Assessments

Care Act Assessments

Support Plan Development

Communication Skills

Safeguarding Adults

Education

AMHP Qualification

Postgraduate Certificate or Master's Level

Job description

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

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

This is a full-time temporary specialist post funded until March, seconded from Adult Social Care to work exclusively with rough sleepers with mental health issues. The referral process is broad, allowing self-referrals through drop-in sessions, which distinguishes this service.

Cheshire West and Chester Council is committed to providing excellent Adult Social Care services. We value teamwork, honesty, respect, innovation, value for money, and empowerment. We seek dedicated, motivated team players passionate about improving outcomes for adults, capable of building trust with complex customers, and experienced in mental health assessments, Care Act assessments, and developing support plans.

The role involves managing a high caseload of vulnerable individuals with complex mental and physical health issues, often with dual diagnoses, and advocating for their needs. We support our staff with training, career development, and a values-driven culture.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting adults with care and support needs to achieve their outcomes
• Connecting individuals to appropriate services and community assets
• Engaging with complex and vulnerable clients to build trust
• Conducting mental health and Care Act assessments
• Developing and implementing support plans
• Collaborating with mental health and rough sleeping services

Requirements include:

• AMHP qualification (postgraduate certificate or master's level)
• Experience managing high-risk, complex cases and safeguarding adults
• Knowledge of mental health legislation
• Ability to work autonomously and effectively communicate
• Enhanced DBS check and Adults Barred List clearance

This hybrid role offers flexible working from Council offices and home, along with benefits such as discounts, generous holiday allowance, pension scheme, training opportunities, and wellbeing support.