Care and Support Specialist

2 days ago


Rochdale, Rochdale, United Kingdom NHS Full time
Job Summary:

We are recruiting an experienced Social Worker to join our team at Prospect Place, a 45-bedded unit based at Birch Hill Hospital in Rochdale. The successful candidate will work with male service users aged 18-65 who have been diagnosed with psychotic disorders such as paranoid schizophrenia and are receiving treatment under the Mental Health Act.

The role involves assessing, monitoring, and reviewing the social care needs of individuals, relatives, and carers within specific care groups, in accordance with agreed competencies, quality standards, and professional good practice. This includes using professional skills, knowledge, and experience to gather information and make full assessments of risks, protection, and social care needs.

The post holder will be part of a multi-disciplinary clinical team and will be required to attend Clinical Team Meetings, CPAs, and undertake analysis-related work. A strong understanding of the Mental Health Act, Safeguarding of Adults at Risk, and Children is essential.

**Key Responsibilities:**

  • To assess, monitor, and review the social care needs of individuals, relatives, and carers within specific care groups.
  • To use professional skills, knowledge, and experience to gather information and make full assessments of risks, protection, and social care needs.
  • To work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to develop and implement care plans that meet the individual's needs.

**Required Qualifications and Experience:**

  • Registered Social Worker Diploma in Social Work.
  • Experience to postgraduate level.
  • Evidence of portfolio and additional training/experience.

**Salary and Benefits:**

  • A competitive salary of £38,694 - £44,688 per annum.
  • 27 days annual leave rising to 29 days after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years.
  • 8 bank holidays pro-rata.
  • A dedicated Staff Wellbeing Service.
  • Annual personal development review and support for continual personal and professional development.
  • Numerous NHS discounts across retail, leisure, and travel.


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