Social Work Assistant London, England
Job description
Cygnet have been providing a national network of high quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years.
With us, you’ll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.
We are looking for a confident, compassionate & committed Assistant Social Worker.
It’s an excellent opportunity to progress your career as a valued member of a supportive team.
Maximising positive outcomes & recovery for our clients – it's a challenging, satisfying vocation.
So if you’re passionate about what you do, we want to talk to you!
Cygnet Hospital Blackheath:
Cygnet Hospital Blackheath provides inpatient low secure and PICU services for men with a mental health illness.
Your Day-to-Day…
- Work in partnership with patients, their families and other stakeholders to assist with the recovery process
- Contribute to the provision of a high quality care for patients and to uphold the positive image of Cygnet.
- To work as part of the Social Work Department Team
- Supervision will be provided by the Senior Social Worker
- Forge links and maintain contact with other statutory agencies
- Lead on the social care needs of patients
- Ensure that patients and their families/carers are aware of their legal rights
- Take an active role in safeguarding within the multidisciplinary team
- Provide written reports to the multidisciplinary team and other professionals
You are…
- Experienced in working within a mental health setting, or passionate about working in this field
- Knowledgeable of safeguarding, health & safety, data protection, confidentiality issues & equality & diversity
- An excellent communicator with exceptional interpersonal skills
- Able to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Skilled in report writing with excellent literacy skills and attention to detail
Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you…
- Strong career progression opportunities, including into management roles
- Monthly reflective practice, expert supervision & peer support
- Employee referral scheme
- Pension scheme
- “Cycle to Work” scheme & employee discount savings.
Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
Ready to make a positive change?
Please click on the ‘apply now’ link below
Join us!
In this role you’ll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.
