Job responsibilities
Cygnet have been providing a national network of high quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years.
With us, youll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.
We are looking for a confident, compassionate & committed Social Worker to join oue team as Head of Social Work atnCygnet Hospital Woking.
Its an excellent opportunity to progress your career as a valued member of a supportive team.
Maximising positive outcomes & recovery for ourclientsit's a challenging, satisfying vocation.
At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.
Youll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work.
So if youre passionate about what you do, we want to talk to you!
Cygnet Hospital Woking:
Cygnet Hospital Woking offers a range of mental health services for men and women. Cygnet Lodge Woking, our sister hospital close by, provides a high dependency inpatient rehabilitation service for men and extends our care pathway.
Your Day-to-Day
- Supervise the Social Work Team, maintain and promote professional social work standards and provide professional leadership.
- Act as a Practice Educator to develop the knowledge, values and practice skills of student social workers and social workers in their Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE)
- Provide expertise, and advice to others in order to ensure a safe, effective, high quality service that is compatible with relevant policies, procedures and protocols.
You are
- A Registered Social Worker with Social Work England
- A relevant Social Work qualification
- 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? Well 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?
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Join us!
In this role youll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.