Job Title:Adults Forensic Social Worker
Location:Manchester City Council
Salary:£36,124 - £38,626 per annum
Contract:Permanent, Full-Time
Description
Manchester City Council is seeking a dedicated and experiencedForensic Social Workerto join ourAdults Social Care Team. This is an exciting opportunity to work with individuals within forensic mental health and criminal justice settings, supporting them to achieve positive outcomes while managing risk and promoting public safety.
You will work closely with multi-agency partners, including health professionals, probation services, and the police, to ensure that individuals receive the right support to facilitate rehabilitation, recovery, and reintegration into the community where appropriate.
Responsibilities
1. Undertakecomplex assessmentsof individuals within forensic settings, identifying risks, needs, and support requirements.
2. Develop and implementcare plansin line with relevant legislation, ensuring person-centred and strengths-based approaches.
3. Work in partnership withmental health services, probation, courts, and other agenciesto manage risk and promote rehabilitation.
4. Provide expert advice and support to professionals working wi...