Job Description
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Our Client, Manchester City Council, is seeking an Adults Social Worker to join their Team.
Fantastic payrate of £32 per hour!
Are you an Adults Social Worker, passionate about making a difference in your community? Do not miss out on this fantastic opportunity!
Responsibilities of this role:
* Provide leadership within the Mental Health Social Work Service with regards to people requiring statutory reviews under the Care Act and Mental Health Act (S117)
* Work alongside individuals, families, providers, and health colleagues to ensure care remains personalised, proportionate, and outcomes led.
* Take initiative in building strong relationships with commissioners and providers to support people who need commissioned care and resolve challenges collaboratively.
* Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of the Care Act 2014 and Mental Health Act 1983 (Section 117), applying legislation confidently to information gathered during reviews.
* Engage in high-level conversations across health and social care systems regarding individuals’ needs for care and support, including situations where there may be disagreements about funding.
* Promote strengths-based, trauma-informed, and person-centred practice throughout the review process.
* Collaborate with commissioners and providers to share insights that inform service planning and sustainability.
* Act early to identify changes in need, preventing crises and maintaining stability for individuals.
Requirements of this role:
* Must be a Qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England.
* Must have a Social Work qualification (Diploma in social work, social work degree or equivalent)
* Must have minimum of 3 years experience post qualifying working as a Qualified social worker
Benefits of working through Reed, include:
* Dedicated Recruitment Consultant.
* Aftercare service delivered by Candidate Care Team.
* Free CV building and Interview support.
* Free DBS checks.
* Weekly payroll.
* PAYE payroll option with additional benefits including holiday pay, healthcare, pension plus more.
* CPD contributions.
* Access to full UK jobs market with top tier status across many public and private sector clients. xsngvjr
* Supporting the Reed Foundation which has given £9.5m to charity since 2010.
Does this role interest you? Apply today!