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Job Title:&nbsp;Dual Diagnosis Worker
Salary:&nbsp;£29,000&nbsp;
Location and Travel:&nbsp;The role is based in East Croydon, accessible by Train and Tram Link. Any travel required outside your home location for work-related purposes can be expensed. &nbsp;
Shift Pattern:&nbsp;12 months Fixed Term Contract -Full time: 37.5 hours per week. Hours to be discussed, you will be based in service.&nbsp;
About the role
We are seeking a Dual Diagnosis Worker who has a specialism in complex mental health and substance misuse to join our team in Croydon. This is a residential service which provides specialist mental health, complex needs, and dual diagnosis support to our residents. You will utilise your previous experience and knowledge, and provide specialist support to those who have been diagnosed with mental ill health and have challenges with substance use. You will deliver evidence-based interventions based on holistic assessments to support personalised recovery, integration, and promotion of independent living skills.
Within this role, you will act as a specialist for comorbidity, supporting the team to achieve positive outcomes for our residents. Some of the duties may include:
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<li>Undertake joint holistic assessments, risk assessments, care plans, and interventions to support harm reduction and minimisation.</li>
<li>Set up realistic and flexible strengths-based support plans, working closely with colleagues and support teams to support and advise on interventions and approaches to meet individual needs.</li>
<li>Help reduce episodes of crisis and assist residents/participants to access services which can offer alternatives to crisis support.</li>
<li>Work closely with support staff and clinical teams to support and advise them on interventions and approaches to meet resident/participant comorbid, complex mental health and substance misuse needs.</li>
<li>Support multi-disciplinary teams and the wider community teams with support, advice, signposting, and move on care planning.&nbsp;</li>
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About you
We’re looking for someone who has specialist knowledge on how to support individuals with comorbid and complex needs, with previous experience in a similar role. We look at individual characteristics to be able to show resilience, solve challenges, and be proactive in your approach. You will have a passion for supporting people to achieve their personal goals, and achieve positive outcomes, this includes having the ability to engage with people who may be hard to reach and engage with. We further are looking for someone who has:
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<li>An appropriate qualification which is relevant to the role which could include: National Diploma, Bachelors, or master’s in psychology, Dual Diagnosis, Substance Misuse or any relevant</li>
<li>Previous experience in a similar role, providing holistic assessments and support for people experiencing mental health challenges</li>
<li>Applied knowledge of the principles of risk assessment and risk management, particularly in relation to harm minimisation.</li>
<li>A commitment to promoting recovery, harm reduction, and active involvement in care planning.</li>
<li>Ability to apply relapse prevention models to promote sustained recovery and harm reduction.</li>
<li>Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency.</li>
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Please note that the above is not an exhaustive list, more details on the role and requirements can be found in the JDPS attached.
What we offer
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<li>25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service</li>
<li>Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling</li>
<li>Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing</li>
<li>Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card</li>
<li>Life Assurance Scheme</li>
<li>Cycle-to-work scheme</li>
<li>Annual Staff Awards</li>
<li>Be part of an organisation which believes good care and support improves lives.</li>
<li>Join an organisation with a mission to empower people who are marginalised by building powerful partnerships and creative solutions that bridge gaps in provision and aid recovery, reablement and resettlement.</li>
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We value and celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of all our employees. We have a team of ambassadors who are staff volunteers and actively support us in fortifying our organisational value of Inclusivity. SIG actively encourages applications from individuals from a diverse range of backgrounds, particularly lived experience; Naturally, we approach any emerging issues with empathy and sensitivity.&nbsp;
About Social Interest Group (SIG)
SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings (including people's own homes), probation settings, and hospitals awaiting discharge. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, and Kent. We believe in the power of well-planned, well-managed services to make a difference. We work with high standards and external and internal regulatory frameworks. Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future:&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/X5JhCPQy4hBBz6UzwWlv?domain=youtu.be" target="_blank">Theory of Change</a>&nbsp;Further details can be found on our website here:&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/4ZkrCx1MXIp5EETvqakw?domain=socialinterestgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group</a>.&nbsp;
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.
Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details below.&nbsp;
For Recruitment related enquiries, or if you need support with making your application for example due to learning needs or a disability, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk</a>&nbsp;or call our central office on&nbsp;<a href="tel:02036689270" target="_blank">020 3668 9270</a>&nbsp;to request a call back. Please note that this will take you through to our Central Administration team, who will then communicate your enquiry with us and we will arrange to call you back.&nbsp;
Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our&nbsp;<a href="https://socialinterestgroup.org.uk/" target="_blank">website</a>.
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Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions.&nbsp;
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Dual Diagnosis Worker | Mental Health Support | Substance Misuse | Trauma-Informed Care | Psychologically Informed Environment (PIE) | Holistic Assessments | Recovery Support | Harm Reduction | Risk Management | Person-Centred Care | Resilience Building | Independent Living | Multi-Disciplinary Team | Crisis Prevention | Case Management | Comorbid support

Dual Diagnosis Worker

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We are looking for an enthusiastic, passionate and friendly individual to join our Wellbeing team at the Community and Wellbeing Centre. You will lead on supporting the team of Wellbeing assistants whilst engaging with the members and being creative with activities.
The focus of this role is to encourage independent living, whilst planning and undertaking administrative duties and reporting on general building maintenance. You will also take part in assessments of clients alongside other Wellbeing Coordinators.
The ideal candidate will need to have a background in working with older people.&nbsp; You will need be organised, able to work independently and manage your time well to ensure you are able to meet the needs of the members.&nbsp; You will need to have excellent verbal, written, communication and people skills along with IT experience with Word/Excel/Databases.
You will be expected to deliver a person-centred approach to our members. You will be core to the daily delivery of our services to our members.
If you would like to make a positive impact within our Community and Wellbeing Centre and to be part of a professional and committed team then this role may be for you. We look forward to receiving your application.
For further details please contact Katie Charman on 01372 732484.
Closing date :&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;31 July 2025
Interviews/ assessments:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 04 August 2025

Wellbeing Daycare Co-ordinator

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>
CARE FOR OTHERS – MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Brighton and Hove City Council are recruiting various full time and part time roles, permanent, Home Care Support Workers, with experience of autism and challenging behaviour, to work at Beaconsfield Villas.
Are you looking for a rewarding, varied role where each day can offer a fresh challenge? &nbsp;Are you passionate about making a real difference to someone’s life? &nbsp;Value treating people with dignity and respect? &nbsp;Have you worked with or had experience of supporting adults with learning disabilities?
Are you looking for an opportunity to further your career?
If you enjoy helping people and want to make a difference to their lives, we would very much like to hear from you.
For an informal discussion, please contact Ben Jasper <a href="mailto:Benjamin.Jasper@brighton-hove.gov.uk" target="_blank">Benjamin.Jasper@brighton-hove.gov.uk</a>
We&nbsp;are recruiting 3 full time (37 hours), and 2 part time (30 hours) permanent, Home Care Support Workers, with experience of autism and challenging behaviour, to work at Beaconsfield Villas.
Basic hourly rate of £14.60 increasing to £15.58 (£28,163 - £30,060 full time per annum)
<h2>About the role</h2>At Beaconsfield Villas we provide 24 hours, 7 day a week support for 6 adults who have a learning disability. &nbsp;The service users live in 3 separate flats that creates a homely environment and our dedicated team of staff work hard to ensure that our residents’ specific needs (e.g. Autism and Challenging Behaviour) are met in a caring and sensitive manner and skills are developed in a way that promotes their independence. &nbsp;Our last CQC inspection rated the service as “good” noting that family and carers were very happy with the staff team and the service that is provided to their family memberYou will join a large team of committed staff in providing high level support to those living at Beaconsfield Villas. The help you provide will be tailored to each individual’s needs and is designed to help them to maintain as much independence as possible.The work will involve:&nbsp;<ul>
<li>supporting with intimate personal care where required</li>
<li>keyworking or taking on additional responsibilities</li>
<li>enabling individuals to participate in a range of activities within the wider community such as swimming, bowling, shopping etc.</li>
<li>help with cooking meals and general household cleaning tasks, laundry etc.</li>
<li>assisting with the administration of medication</li>
<li>completing care records</li>
<li>using various communication tools to help residents express themselves</li>
<li>creating and maintaining relationships with family members, carers and friends</li>
</ul>About you:&nbsp;You will need to:<ul>
<li>have a caring and flexible approach to your work</li>
<li>have compassion, integrity and common sense</li>
<li>have good written and number skills</li>
<li>be able to work well as part of a team</li>
<li>be able to work on your own initiative and think quickly in a difficult situation</li>
</ul>You will be required to work a shift pattern including earlies, lates, sleepins and some weekends. Having a full clean driving licence is preferable.Working for us, we can offer you:<ul>
<li>Basic hourly rate of £14.60 increasing to £15.58 (£28,163 - £30,060 full time per annum)</li>
<li>time and a half for working at weekends, double time for working on a bank holiday and time and a third for working at night (between 8pm and 6 am)</li>
<li>&nbsp;the opportunity to volunteer to work extra shifts</li>
<li>&nbsp;a career average pension scheme</li>
<li>generous holiday</li>
<li>&nbsp;regular supervision meetings plus</li>
<li>a range of other staff benefits&nbsp;from Staff shop, discounted Freedom Leisure membership</li>
</ul>Please read our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/council-jobs/apply-job-council" target="_blank">Apply for a job at the council (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a> pages carefully. They give you all the guidance you need to complete your application as well as information on what will happen after you’ve submitted your application and at interview.As part of your application, you will need to complete your education and work history and provide answers to some shortlisting questions. Your answers to the shortlisting questions are the most important part of your application as they will be used in the shortlisting process to assess whether you meet the essential requirements for the role that are set out in the person specification and to decide whether you should be offered an interview. Before you start your application, please read our guidance here (<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/council-jobs/shortlisting-questions-guidance" target="_blank">Shortlisting questions guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a> as this gives important advice which will increase your chance of success in the shortlisting process.For details of how we can support you during the application process, please read this: &nbsp;<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/council-jobs/apply-job-council/supporting-your-application" target="_blank">Supporting your application (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a><h2>Additional information</h2>
Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is less than 37 hours or term-time only.
For more information about our values and the benefits of working at the council, visit <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/council-jobs/why-work-us" target="_blank">Why work for us (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a>
<h2>Company information</h2>Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) Check.Encouraging a diverse workforceOur city is known and loved for its diversity. Not only is the mixture of people, culture and skills vital to the economic and social development of the city, it's what makes Brighton &amp; Hove such a great place to live, work and visit. We are committed to developing and retaining a workforce that is representative of the diverse communities we serve so we welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds. In order to achieve our aims of proportionate representation, we particularly encourage applicants from a BME or White Other background as well as those who identify as disabled, male or trans.Find out more about our commitment to being a fair and inclusive place to work where everyone can achieve their potential by reading about our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/fair-and-inclusive" target="_blank">fair and inclusive</a> actions, our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/becoming-anti-racist-city" target="_blank">anti-racism strategy</a> and the work we are doing to <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/council-jobs/apply-job-council/encouraging-diverse-workforce" target="_blank">encourage a diverse workforce (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a>.

Brighton & Hove City Council

Home Care Support Worker, Learning Disability Service, Beaconsfield Villas

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>
Introduction This is an opportunity to join our management team as a Care Support Manager to help us provide Re-ablement Care across the city to people in their homes.&nbsp;
About us Independence at Home provides a personal approach to helping individuals who find themselves unable to manage day-to-day tasks at home. We support people for up to six weeks to learn to do things in a different way to increase independence and confidence. This includes support with daily living tasks including manual handling. Our service is integrated with Health, so we work closely with Nurses, OT and Physio-therapists. The service is part of the hospital discharge pathway, so we are very busy and we have high turn-over of service users. Our last CQC inspection rated the service as “good” in all aspects of the care and support provided, as well as for leadership.
<h2>About the role</h2>About the role<ul>
<li>Leading and managing a team of Home Care Support Workers working in the community providing care;</li>
<li>Setting up person-centred care for service users, and ensuring they receive an effective, appropriate service that enables them to achieve and maintain independence, with dignity and choice.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Reviewing service users’ needs after a period of re-ablement care and either discharging them, or, if necessary, organizing on-going, long-term care.</li>
<li>Helping to lead the service to ensure we maintain a quality service that meets CQC regulations and provides value for money.</li>
</ul>About you We will provide you with in-depth induction to the role, where you will be well supported by your managers and colleagues. You will also have access to training and continuous professional development appropriate to the role. However, you will need:<ul>
<li>a relevant qualification in Social Care or Care management (at least NVQ3, or equivalent relevant experience)</li>
<li>knowledge of Care Quality Commission regulations&nbsp;</li>
<li>experience and understanding of working with vulnerable people with a variety of needs</li>
<li>experience of support planning and risk assessment</li>
<li>ability to supervise and performance manage staff</li>
<li>ability to communicate effectively with service users and professional colleagues&nbsp;</li>
</ul>Our operations are heavily based on computers. We will train you to use our specific and corporate systems during your induction, but you will need to bring good IT skills and confidence to learn new systems.&nbsp; Working for us The service is 7-day and operates throughout the year. The role includes working on a rota that includes early mornings, evenings, weekends and bank holidays; and providing support to our Duty Office.&nbsp;The role is based at our office in Woodingdean (BN2 6DA), but working regularly in the community visiting service users and staff across the whole city. We can offer you:<ul>
<li>a competitive salary&nbsp;</li>
<li>time and a half for working at weekends, double time for working on a bank holiday</li>
<li>a career average pension scheme</li>
<li>generous holiday&nbsp;</li>
<li>regular supervision meetings</li>
<li>a range of other staff benefits</li>
<li>free uniform and personal protective equipment</li>
</ul>Contact Julian Seaborne telephone: 01273 295262 &nbsp;email: <a href="mailto:Julian.seaborne@brighton-hove.gov.uk" target="_blank">julian.seaborne</a><a href="mailto:Julian.seaborne@brighton-hove.gov.uk" target="_blank">@brighton-hove.gov.uk</a>Please read our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/how-apply-job-council" target="_blank">Apply for a job at the council</a> pages carefully. They give you all the guidance you need to complete your application as well as information on what will happen after you’ve submitted your application and at interview.As part of your application, you will need to upload your Application Form and a supporting statement. Your supporting statement is the most important part of your application as it will be used in the shortlisting process to assess whether you meet the essential requirements for the role that are set out in the person specification and to decide whether you should be offered an interview. Before you start your application, please read our guidance here (<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/application-form-guidance" target="_blank">Application Form guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a> and (<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/supporting-statement-guidance" target="_blank">Supporting statement guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a> as this gives important advice which will increase your chance of success in the shortlisting process.<h2>Additional information</h2>Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is less than 37 hours or term-time only.*For more information about our values and the benefits of working at the council, visit <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/council-jobs/why-work-us" target="_blank">Why work for us (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a><h2>Company information</h2>Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) Check.Encouraging a diverse workforceOur city is known and loved for its diversity. Not only is the mixture of people, culture and skills vital to the economic and social development of the city, it's what makes Brighton &amp; Hove such a great place to live, work and visit. We are committed to developing and retaining a workforce that is representative of the diverse communities we serve so we welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds. In order to achieve our aims of proportionate representation, we particularly encourage applicants from a BME or White Other background as well as those who identify as disabled, male or trans.Find out more about our commitment to being a fair and inclusive place to work where everyone can achieve their potential by reading about our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/fair-and-inclusive" target="_blank">fair and inclusive</a> actions, our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/becoming-anti-racist-city" target="_blank">anti-racism strategy</a> and the work we are doing to <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/council-jobs/apply-job-council/encouraging-diverse-workforce" target="_blank">encourage a diverse workforce (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a>.

Care Support Manager

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>We are looking to recruit a full time (37hrs) permanent Social Care Worker into the Assessment and Treatment Service based at Mill View Hospital.For an informal discussion then please contact Victoria Cottis on Tel: 07801401225Interview date: to be confirmed<h2>About the role</h2>Community Mental Health Services in Brighton &amp; Hove has a well-established Section 75 (S.75) agreement in place. This agreement contributes to the improvement in mental health and wellbeing and results in easier access to a more responsive mental health service.The S.75 agreement between Brighton and Hove City Council and Sussex Partnership Foundation Trust has been in place for many years and has meant several Social Care staff have been co-located within the Trust to deliver statutory duties. &nbsp;This way of working in close partnership has been valued by both organisations, and by those that use our services, and this new agreement seeks to maintain and strengthen this collaborative way of working.The S.75 agreement serves as a significant tool in achieving the ambitions to transform adults and older adults’ community mental health services and reduce health inequalities.In practice, Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust and Brighton and Hove City Council delegate tasks to each organisation to ensure a joined-up health and social care offer to those that use our services. Relevant training and support will be provided when acting on behalf of the other organisation and it also means that you're able to access a number of other training, learning and development opportunities from both organisations.You will work closely with Mental Health Social Workers, Occupational Therapists, Mental Health Nurses to complete assessments and reviews under the Care Act 2014 which are focused on: &nbsp;• Ensuring that support continues to meet the outcomes the individual has identified &nbsp;• Ensuring carers are identified and supported &nbsp;• Preventing crisis or breakdown of support &nbsp;• Ensuring the quality of the support provided &nbsp;• Ensuring that council resources are invested at an appropriate level to meet assessed, eligible needs &nbsp;• Identify potential safeguarding concerns &nbsp;• Preventing, reducing or delaying the development of needs in the futureUnder the supervision of registered Social Workers, you will undertake reviews, assessments, professional interventions and other duties relating to individuals, families and carers. Working as part of a team, these duties are informed by legislation, statutory guidance and policy and procedures relating to the social care of adults and their carers. In order to fulfil these duties, you will be required to work collaboratively with all stakeholders to improve outcomes and promote wellbeing, and demonstrate knowledge in the areas of personalisation, mental capacity and social models of support.&nbsp;The ideal candidate will have: &nbsp;• An excellent knowledge of local services in the community &nbsp;• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to work at pace, planning and prioritising their workload with minimal supportWe can also offer you a range of benefits including: &nbsp;• an induction programme &nbsp;• a manageable caseload &nbsp;• the opportunity to enhance your knowledge and skills &nbsp;• paid time off to undertake job specific training and development &nbsp;• regular supportive team meetings &nbsp;• one-to-one supervision meetingsPlease read our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/council-jobs/apply-job-council" target="_blank">Apply for a job at the council (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a> pages carefully. They give you all the guidance you need to complete your application as well as information on what will happen after you’ve submitted your application and at interview.As part of your application, you will need to complete your education and work history and upload a supporting statement. Your supporting statement is the most important part of your application as it will be used in the shortlisting process to assess whether you meet the essential requirements for the role that are set out in the person specification and to decide whether you should be offered an interview. Before you start your application, please read our guidance here (<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/council-jobs/supporting-statement-guidance" target="_blank">Supporting statement guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a> as this gives important advice which will increase your chance of success in the shortlisting process.<h2>Additional information</h2>
Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is less than 37 hours or term-time only.
For more information about our values and the benefits of working at the council, visit <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/why-work-us" target="_blank">Why work for us&nbsp;</a>
<h2>Company information</h2>Encouraging a diverse workforceOur city is known and loved for its diversity. Not only is the mixture of people, culture and skills vital to the economic and social development of the city, it's what makes Brighton &amp; Hove such a great place to live, work and visit. We are committed to developing and retaining a workforce that is representative of the diverse communities we serve so we welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds. In order to achieve our aims of proportionate representation, we particularly encourage applicants from a BME or White Other background as well as those who identify as disabled, male or trans.Find out more about our commitment to being a fair and inclusive place to work where everyone can achieve their potential by reading about our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/fair-and-inclusive" target="_blank">fair and inclusive</a> actions, our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/becoming-anti-racist-city" target="_blank">anti-racism strategy</a> and the work we are doing to <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/why-work-us/how-we-create-fair-and-inclusive-workplace" target="_blank">encourage a diverse workforce (brighton-hove.gov.uk).</a>Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) Check.

Mental Health Social Care Worker

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>
We are looking to recruit a Community Support and Protection of Property Worker within our Adult Safeguarding and Duty Service – a short term service which provides an urgent and preventative response to Adults in the City.
We are seeking someone who is Educated to NVQ Level 2 or has equivalent experience; ideally with experience of working in Adult Social Care however full training will be provided.
Our Adult Safeguarding and Duty Service is a busy, supportive team, we work together to respond to our clients and professionals, some of whom can need urgent support.
As a Community Support and Protection of Property Worker you will need to hold a full clean Driving Licence and be able to access a wide range of residential and commercial properties, and be able to manage your time to meet the requirements of the role.
For an informal discussion, please contact - Louise Shillingford <a href="mailto:louise.shillngford@brighton-hove.gov.uk" target="_blank">louise.shillngford@brighton-hove.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;
<h2>About the role</h2>Working for us, we can offer you:<ul>
<li>Generous holiday, with the ability to purchase extra leave&nbsp;</li>
<li>Regular supervision meetings</li>
<li>A range of other staff benefits&nbsp;from MyStaff shop</li>
<li>Discounted Freedom Leisure membership</li>
<li>Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).</li>
<li>A wide range of welfare and wellbeing resources including staff discount schemes and staff networks such as: the BME Workers’ Forum, LGBT Workers’ Forum and Women Workers’ Forum, the Disabled Workers’ and Carers Network</li>
</ul> Please read our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/how-apply-job-council" target="_blank">Apply for a job at the council</a> pages carefully. They give you all the guidance you need to complete your application as well as information on what will happen after you’ve submitted your application and at interview.As part of your application, you will need to upload your Application Form and a supporting statement. Your supporting statement is the most important part of your application as it will be used in the shortlisting process to assess whether you meet the essential requirements for the role that are set out in the person specification and to decide whether you should be offered an interview. Before you start your application, please read our guidance here (<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/application-form-guidance" target="_blank">Application Form guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a> and (<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/supporting-statement-guidance" target="_blank">Supporting statement guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a> as this gives important advice which will increase your chance of success in the shortlisting process.<h2>Additional information</h2>
Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is less than 37 hours or term-time only.
For more information about our values and the benefits of working at the council, visit <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/why-work-us" target="_blank">Why work for us&nbsp;</a>
<h2>Company information</h2>Encouraging a diverse workforceOur city is known and loved for its diversity. Not only is the mixture of people, culture and skills vital to the economic and social development of the city, it's what makes Brighton &amp; Hove such a great place to live, work and visit. We are committed to developing and retaining a workforce that is representative of the diverse communities we serve so we welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds. In order to achieve our aims of proportionate representation, we particularly encourage applicants from a BME or White Other background as well as those who identify as disabled, male or trans.Find out more about our commitment to being a fair and inclusive place to work where everyone can achieve their potential by reading about our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/fair-and-inclusive" target="_blank">fair and inclusive</a> actions, our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/becoming-anti-racist-city" target="_blank">anti-racism strategy</a> and the work we are doing to <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/why-work-us/how-we-create-fair-and-inclusive-workplace" target="_blank">encourage a diverse workforce (brighton-hove.gov.uk).</a>

Community Support and Protection of Property worker

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the support offered to vulnerable homeless people in the City.
You will take responsibility &nbsp;for the safety and security of the hostels and their residents, ensuring that safety procedures and statutory obligations are adhered to. You will be involved in supporting single homeless people and liaising with keyworkers. An awareness of the issues surrounding single homelessness and substance misuse would be an advantage.
Salary: £14.13 - £14.36 per hour, (plus enhancements of time and half for hours worked weekends, time and third for hours worked between 8pm and 6am) &nbsp;Payment is made for sleep ins, currently £31.58.
Interview date:&nbsp;To be confirmed
<h2>About the role</h2>
To assist in the day to day running of the hostel at weekends, ensuring the service is delivered in as efficient and effective way as possible. To provide advice and support to single homeless people and prepare meals according to your shift pattern.
Please read our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/how-apply-job-council" target="_blank">Apply for a job at the council</a> pages carefully. They give you all the guidance you need to complete your application as well as information on what will happen after you’ve submitted your application and at interview.
As part of your application, you will need to upload your Application Form and answers to some shortlisting questions. &nbsp;Your answers to the shortlisting questions are the most important part of your application as it will be used in the shortlisting process to assess whether you meet the essential requirements for the role that are set out in the person specification and to decide whether you should be offered an interview. Before you start your application, please read our guidance here (<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/application-form-guidance" target="_blank">Application Form guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a> and (<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/shortlisting-questions-guidance" target="_blank">Shortlisting guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a> as this gives important advice which will increase your chance of success in the shortlisting process.
 <h2>Additional information</h2>
Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is less than 37 hours or term-time only.
For more information about our values and the benefits of working at the council, visit <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/why-work-us" target="_blank">Why work for us&nbsp;</a>
<h2>Company information</h2>Encouraging a diverse workforceOur city is known and loved for its diversity. Not only is the mixture of people, culture and skills vital to the economic and social development of the city, it's what makes Brighton &amp; Hove such a great place to live, work and visit. We are committed to developing and retaining a workforce that is representative of the diverse communities we serve so we welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds. In order to achieve our aims of proportionate representation, we particularly encourage applicants from a BME or White Other background as well as those who identify as disabled, male or trans.Find out more about our commitment to being a fair and inclusive place to work where everyone can achieve their potential by reading about our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/fair-and-inclusive" target="_blank">fair and inclusive</a> actions, our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/becoming-anti-racist-city" target="_blank">anti-racism strategy</a> and the work we are doing to <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/why-work-us/how-we-create-fair-and-inclusive-workplace" target="_blank">encourage a diverse workforce (brighton-hove.gov.uk).</a>Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) Check.

Supported Housing Assistant Weekends

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Job Title:&nbsp;Deputy Service Manager&nbsp;
Location:&nbsp;In Service based in Croydon, CR0 1EB. You will be required to work across multiple services within the area.&nbsp;
Salary:&nbsp;£30,200
Shift Pattern:&nbsp;37.5 hours per week Monday to Sunday, working across a rota which will include day and night shifts as we provide a 24 hour service. &nbsp;
About the role
We are looking for a Deputy Service Manager to join our team based in Croydon, providing leadership and line management to a team of night staff which is around 10 people in total. You will provide support and supervision sessions at night, and general leadership to the team so they feel empowered to be productive and perform well within their roles. You will further ensure a quality service is delivered in line with our contractual requirements to the residents. You will be responsible for creating a psychologically informed environment (PIE) with person centred support during all hours. You will work closely with the day teams to ensure a smooth handover from the day to night.&nbsp;
This service is a Forensic Mental Health provision for 27 people across 4 sites in Croydon. For your own personal safety, you will require to have access to your own transport as you will need to travel between our 4 sites during the night shift to provide managerial support to the teams. The teams support our residents with person centred support, to empower them to overcome their personal barriers with their mental health, to have greater independence and fulfilled living. The service is responsible for holding various activities, group sessions, and one to one support to enable residents to build their personal skills and experiences to achieve their goals.&nbsp;
The role includes:
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<li>Line Management and Leadership, supporting your team providing advice, guidance and support throughout their employment lifecycle</li>
<li>Support the Service Manager in leading the day to day operational delivery of the service</li>
<li>Risk Management ownership, ensuring processes and policies are followed</li>
<li>Property and Housing Management, ensuring the accommodation meets our requirements, and repairs and maintenance are regularly reported and completed</li>
<li>Financial Management, including petty cash and budget management</li>
<li>Contract management and Internal auditing, admin, and general other duties as required.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.
About you
We are seeking a passionate, driven and motivated colleague to lead this service in a trauma informed and inclusive way. Someone who is knowledgeable in the needs of our residents, particularly mental health and can support the team in delivering excellence. You will be driven with passion for what we do, and be able to work flexibly to meet service needs, providing new ideas and opportunities to develop the service further to continue to achieve excellence!
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<li>Experience of working with people who have enduring mental health and complex backgrounds</li>
<li>Previous leadership experience</li>
<li>Ability to motivate and empower a team to achieve service KPI's through direct leadership</li>
<li>Ability to provide advice, support and guidance to a team on all aspects of the service such as resident related enquiries which can include housing, mental health support, signposting</li>
<li>Ability to promote the service externally to enhance reputation in the area and with partner organisations</li>
<li>Willingness and ability to work flexibly to meet service needs</li>
<li>IT Proficiency, including Microsoft Office, and the ability to navigate and learn new case management systems and other types of organisational software</li>
<li>Understanding and/or practical knowledge of the social and societal marginalisation that can be attached to people with mental health issues, addiction, exploitation, homelessness and within the criminal justice system&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
What we offer
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<li>25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service</li>
<li>Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling</li>
<li>Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing</li>
<li>Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card</li>
<li>Life Assurance Scheme</li>
<li>Cycle-to-work scheme</li>
<li>Annual Staff Awards</li>
<li>Be part of an organisation which believes good care and support improves lives.</li>
<li>Join an organisation with a mission to empower people who are marginalised by building powerful partnerships and creative solutions that bridge gaps in provision and aid recovery, reablement and resettlement.</li>
</ul>
We are committed to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI). We value and celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of all our employees. We have a team of ambassadors who are staff volunteers and actively support us in fortifying our organisational value of Inclusivity.&nbsp;
SIG actively encourages applications from individuals from a diverse range of backgrounds, particularly lived experience; Naturally, we approach any emerging issues with empathy and sensitivity. As an organisation, we’re proud to mention that our staff Ambassadors career aspirations generally benefit from embracing this unique opportunity to develop their respective skill sets in spaces that exist outside of their daily roles.&nbsp;
Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future:&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/X5JhCPQy4hBBz6UzwWlv?domain=youtu.be" target="_blank">Theory of Change</a>&nbsp;Further details can be found on our website here:&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/4ZkrCx1MXIp5EETvqakw?domain=socialinterestgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group</a>. &nbsp;
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.
Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We are an inclusive employer and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details below.&nbsp;
For Recruitment related enquiries, or if you need support with making your application for example due to learning needs or a disability, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk</a>&nbsp;or call our central office on&nbsp;<a href="tel:02036689270" target="_blank">020 3668 9270</a>&nbsp;to request a call back. Please note that this will take you through to our Central Administration team, who will then communicate your enquiry with us and we will arrange to call you back.&nbsp;
Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our&nbsp;<a href="https://socialinterestgroup.org.uk/" target="_blank">website</a>.
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Deputy Service Manager (Days and Nights)

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About the BoroughIn Sutton, there is much for us to be proud of both as a council and as a borough. This includes high levels of resident satisfaction, the quality of our services, our success in addressing our financial challenges to date, the way that we involve and engage with residents on key issues facing the borough, and the enthusiastic and motivated staff that we employ.&nbsp;Looking ahead, there are plans for the delivery of new homes and new schools and the London Cancer Hub is being developed, while the Council is also seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment.All of this demonstrates a good track record and an authority that is ambitious and set to deliver more improvements for the borough. We've set out our vision for the future of Sutton in our corporate plan - Ambitious for Sutton. This strategic plan will shape the outcomes we achieve, the services we provide, and the impact we have on residents, to make Sutton a great place to live, work and raise a family.Situated in Zone 5, Sutton is less than 30 minutes by train from central London, and south and south west London are easily accessible by public transport. There are 10 train stations which serve key neighbourhoods within the borough providing direct connections to London Victoria, London Bridge, London Blackfriars and St Pancras International. Sutton also has direct rail connections with Epsom, Dorking, Guildford and Horsham, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and West Croydon for the London Overground. There’s also an extensive road network which provides close and easy access to the M25 and M23.About the Service and TeamHospital Team, Reablement and (START) ServiceThe Hospital Pathway and Reablement (START) Service is dedicated to facilitating safe and timely discharges for residents transitioning from hospital to home. Our multidisciplinary team collaborates closely with NHS colleagues to ensure that individuals receive seamless, holistic care tailored to their unique needs.&nbsp; We empower our residents to regain their independence and confidence, providing personalised rehabilitation care plans that enhance their ability to perform daily activities. We are committed to delivering patient-centered care, where each individual needs, guide the support we offer. We also engage with families and carers, equipping them with the knowledge and resources necessary to foster recovery at home. Our objective is to prevent hospital readmissions but also promote the overall well-being of our residents, enabling them to thrive within their communitiesAbout the Role and Our Ideal CandidateJoin Adult Social Care as an Assistant Team Manager and receive a generous Welcome Bonus of £1000, paid in your first month's salary. With a total package up to £57,172 including bonuses and benefits, this is an excellent opportunity to advance your career in social care.We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Team Manager to join our Hospital Pathway Team, to lead and facilitate the hospital discharge service. This role will be based on-site at St Helier Hospital, within the Transfer of Care Hub (TOCH) alongside health partners as a single point of referral for all hospital discharges.&nbsp;Your responsibilities will include:<ul>
<li>Support the Team Manager to lead and manage the hospital pathway team on-site, providing clear direction and support to ensure effective and timely discharges from hospital.</li>
<li>Collaborate with healthcare professionals and their families to develop comprehensive discharge plans.</li>
<li>Oversee the assessment of&nbsp; social care needs, ensuring timely and appropriate interventions.</li>
<li>Monitor and evaluate the discharge process, identifying areas for improvement and implementing best practices.</li>
<li>Foster a positive and inclusive team culture that encourages continuous learning and professional development.</li>
</ul>Reporting directly to the Team Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring that our residents receive person-centred care, from admission to discharge. You will lead a skilled and dedicated team, providing clear direction and guidance to facilitate timely and effective hospital discharge.Your expertise and leadership will help to improve outcomes, reduce length of stay, and promote seamless transitions to community care.&nbsp; Collaboration is key to our success, and you will work closely with external agencies to ensure the best possible outcomes for our residents.&nbsp;If you are dedicated and experienced in working within a hospital setting and discharge pathway, and are looking to take on a challenging yet rewarding leadership role, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.About You&nbsp;This position presents an excellent opportunity for experienced social workers who have demonstrated strong management and leadership capabilities, ideally within a local authority context. As a subject matter expert in social care, you will be expected to possess an in-depth knowledge of current legislation, regulations, and guidance pertinent to social work practice.You will play a pivotal role in supporting staff to adopt creative and innovative approaches while effectively managing your own time to meet tight deadlines and demonstrate measurable outcomes. Furthermore, you will be responsible for ensuring the quality of work delivered by your team meets established standards.Key qualifications and competencies for the role include:<ul>
<li>Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Social Work, with a preference for candidates holding a Master's degree.</li>
<li>Registration with Social Work England</li>
<li>Extensive post-qualification practice experience, coupled with strong leadership and managerial skills to effectively manage and motivate a multidisciplinary team of social care professionals.</li>
<li>Thorough understanding of relevant legislation, regulations, and best practices within the field of social care.</li>
<li>Proven ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders and community partners to achieve shared objectives.</li>
</ul>If you are a dedicated and experienced Social Worker or an established Assistant Manager looking to take on a challenging yet rewarding leadership role, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.Our Offer to YouAs an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across - however big or small - will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.In addition, we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff, supported by our IT infrastructure, including Google Chromebooks and Google Apps. Our Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme embraces new ways of working. It provides improved work life balance for our staff as it allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul>
<li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li>
<li>Flexi-time (Please note, this applies to roles at grades 1-9 only)</li>
<li>Three volunteering days per year in Sutton</li>
<li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li>
<li>Local and national discounts for shopping, eating out and leisure activities</li>
<li>Interest free season ticket loans</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Car parking scheme</li>
<li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li>
<li>Zip car scheme</li>
<li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li>
<li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li>
<li>Subsidised gym membership</li>
</ul>Application ProcessPlease apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application.To support our diversity agenda and reduce the risk of bias in our recruitment activities, our short listing process completely anonymises personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc. Our hiring managers review and short list applications based on the information provided as part of your application as to how well you meet the requirements and criteria for the role, as outlined in the job profile.The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.Additional InformationWe pride ourselves on being a diverse, inclusive and welcoming Borough and we aim to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve - the key highlights from our recent Equalities Workforce Report can be seen <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KGMTYxsYV0WkCbJAHTDyEDSVwv5YDX9A/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">here.</a> We are respectful of difference and realise the positive value of diversity in our workforce. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. As part of our Disability Confident Committed status, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role.We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums, and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a>&nbsp;for right to work guidance.

London Borough of Sutton

Assistant Team Manager (Hospital Pathways Team)

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About the BoroughIn Sutton, there is much for us to be proud of both as a council and as a borough. This includes high levels of resident satisfaction, the quality of our services, our success in addressing our financial challenges to date, the way that we involve and engage with residents on key issues facing the borough, and the enthusiastic and motivated staff that we employ.&nbsp;Looking ahead, there are plans for the delivery of new homes and new schools and the London Cancer Hub is being developed, while the Council is also seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment.All of this demonstrates a good track record and an authority that is ambitious and set to deliver more improvements for the borough. We've set out our vision for the future of Sutton in our corporate plan - Ambitious for Sutton. This strategic plan will shape the outcomes we achieve, the services we provide, and the impact we have on residents, to make Sutton a great place to live, work and raise a family.Situated in Zone 5, Sutton is less than 30 minutes by train from central London, and south and south west London are easily accessible by public transport. There are 10 train stations which serve key neighbourhoods within the borough providing direct connections to London Victoria, London Bridge, London Blackfriars and St Pancras International. Sutton also has direct rail connections with Epsom, Dorking, Guildford and Horsham, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and West Croydon for the London Overground. There’s also an extensive road network which provides close and easy access to the M25 and M23.About the Service and TeamAdult Social Care is undergoing a significant transformation to address the rising demand for our services. We're implementing wide-ranging changes to improve care for adults and create positive working environments for our staff. We have new leaders and experienced managers who bring innovative ideas to the service and are driving meaningful changes throughout your service delivery. Our goal is to deliver exceptional care that enhances outcomes for our community whilst providing an inclusive, diverse and stable environment for staff to grow their career.Mental Health TeamWithin our boroughwide specialist service, there are three social work teams - The Transition Team, The Learning Disability Team, and the Mental Health Team.The Mental Health Team coordinates social care for individuals with complex mental health needs. Alongside delivering the AMHP service, the Mental Health Team also works closely with inpatient services promoting timely discharges for those in psychiatric admissions, coordinates community based support for individuals with social care needs related to their mental health, including S117 aftercare as well as meeting other statutory duties under the Care Act and providing Social Supervision to Conditionally Discharged clients.The AMHP roles are based within our full time dedicated AMHP service working out of Wallington alongside our health colleagues completing Mental Health Act assessments on a daily basis.&nbsp; However, there may be times when additional responsibilities under the Care Act may be required as part of the wider mental health service.&nbsp;&nbsp;About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateAs part of the transformation within the London Borough of Sutton’s Adult Social Care service, we are recruiting Approved Mental Health Practitioner (AMHP) within the Mental Health Team. Reporting to the Team Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering top-quality, responsive care to individuals with mental health needs who require assessment under the Mental Health Act. The objective is to ensure that those in greatest need receive the support they require while safeguarding their rights and ensuring their safety. Your responsibilities will include:&nbsp;<ul>
<li>Conducting assessments under the Mental Health Act to accurately identify and address individuals' needs.</li>
<li>Collaborating with individuals, their families, and other professionals to create personalised care plans that foster recovery and well-being.</li>
</ul>As an AMHP, you advocate for the rights and preferences of the individuals under our care, ensuring their voices are heard and respected throughout the assessment and treatment process. You'll work hand in hand with service users, their families, and multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans that address mental health needs and promote recovery and well-being. Given the nature of the role, resilience and the ability to manage stress and emotional demands are essential, as you'll be working with individuals experiencing mental health crises.&nbsp;If you can demonstrate empathy and maintain professionalism at all times, this role offers an opportunity to make a positive and meaningful impact on the lives of those we serve.This role presents an excellent opportunity for experienced and qualified Approved Mental Health Practitioner who are confident in their ability to work with individuals autonomously. Within your application you should demonstrate your skills, expertise and knowledge as well as:&nbsp;<ul>
<li>Demonstrating detailed knowledge of key legislation including the Mental Health Act, the Care Act 2014, the Mental Capacity Act, and the Human Rights Act.</li>
<li>Having a comprehensive understanding of the theoretical and legislative framework that underpins the Mental Health Code of Practice.</li>
<li>Direct experience of working with people experiencing mental health needs, including under the Care Act</li>
<li>Continued Professional Development within Mental Health Social Work&nbsp;</li>
<li>In possession of a valid warrant to practise as an AMHP and ensure the ongoing maintenance of this qualification</li>
<li>Professional Registration with Social Work England&nbsp;</li>
<li>A full driving licence and use of a vehicle</li>
</ul>If you are passionate about making a positive impact and possess the skills needed, we encourage you to apply. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to the well-being of our service users while furthering your professional development in a supportive environment.For more information about the role and/or an informal conversation, view the Role Profile or contact Karen Norton-Lamb, Team Manager at <a href="mailto:Karen.norton-lamb@sutton.gov.uk" target="_blank">Karen.norton-lamb@sutton.gov.uk</a>.Our Offer to YouAs an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across - however big or small - will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.In addition, we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff, supported by our IT infrastructure, including Google Chromebooks and Google Apps. Our Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme embraces new ways of working. It provides improved work life balance for our staff as it allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul>
<li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li>
<li>General Council Flexi-time (Please note, this applies to roles at grades 1-9 only)</li>
<li>Public Health Service Localised Flexi-time Scheme - accrual of up to 5 days per year&nbsp;</li>
<li>Three volunteering days per year in Sutton</li>
<li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li>
<li>Local and national discounts for shopping, eating out and leisure activities</li>
<li>Interest free season ticket loans</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Car parking scheme</li>
<li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li>
<li>Zip car scheme</li>
<li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li>
<li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li>
<li>Subsidised gym membership</li>
</ul>Application ProcessPlease apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application.To support our diversity agenda and reduce the risk of bias in our recruitment activities, our short listing process completely anonymises personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc. Our hiring managers review and short list applications based on the information provided as part of your application as to how well you meet the requirements and criteria for the role, as outlined in the job profile.The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.Additional InformationWe pride ourselves on being a diverse, inclusive and welcoming Borough and we aim to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve - the key highlights from our recent Equalities Workforce Report can be seen <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KGMTYxsYV0WkCbJAHTDyEDSVwv5YDX9A/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">here.</a> We are respectful of difference and realise the positive value of diversity in our workforce. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. As part of our Disability Confident Committed status, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role.We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums, and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a>&nbsp;for right to work guidance.

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