NHS
High Dependency Unit Band 6 Social Worker
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Job Description
- Req#: C9376-25-0412?language=en&page=1099&sort=publicationDateDesc
- Appropriate demonstrable experience working with people with lived experience - mental health Experience of undertaking statutory duties under the Care Act & Mental Capacity Act.
- Demonstrable experience of undertaking assessment of needs for individuals who have complex health and social care needs including assisting service users access direct payments and individualised budgets.
- Demonstrable experience of assessing high levels of risk and formulation of robust risk management plans including the ability to make decisions to ensure safety of the service users and carers
- Experience of working within a multidisciplinary setting.
- Social Work (DipSW, BA Hons, BSc Hons, MA or equivalent qualification).
- Evidence of commitment to continuing professional development (PQ Framework or equivalent).
- Appropriate demonstrable experience working with people with lived experience - mental health Experience of undertaking statutory duties under the Care Act & Mental Capacity Act.
- Appropriate demonstrable experience working with people with lived experience - mental health Experience of undertaking statutory duties under the Care Act & Mental Capacity Act.
- Demonstrable experience of undertaking assessment of needs for individuals who have complex health and social care needs including assisting service users access direct payments and individualised budgets.
- Demonstrable experience of assessing high levels of risk and formulation of robust risk management plans including the ability to make decisions to ensure safety of the service users and carers
- Experience of working within a multidisciplinary setting.
- Social Work (DipSW, BA Hons, BSc Hons, MA or equivalent qualification).
- Evidence of commitment to continuing professional development (PQ Framework or equivalent).
- Appropriate demonstrable experience working with people with lived experience - mental health Experience of undertaking statutory duties under the Care Act & Mental Capacity Act.
Job summary
We are delighted to announce a new 16 bed service based in Doncaster that will welcome patients from Rotherham, Doncaster and North Lincolnshire.
The unit with support patients with complex mental health with a focus on rehabilitation, patients may be in the service for up to 12 months and through a multi-professional approach will receive recovery focussed care.
For more information please contact Meagan McNaney m.mcnaney@nhs.net, Catherine Collins catherine.collins5@nhs.net or rdash.rcg-rehab@nhs.net
Main duties of the job
The role entails providing a mental health social work service to those in need of care and support within a multi-disciplinary setting, in partnership with a range of other professionals.
The post holder will be responsible for undertaking person-centred assessments, outcome- based care planning and reviews in line with the Care Act 2015.
The post holder will undertake direct work to people in need of care and support services and carers and apply their knowledge and skills in respect of Safeguarding, the Mental Health Act 1983 (amended 2007), Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Human Rights Act 1998 and associated case law.
About us
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.
We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.
We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:
https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/
To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:
https://workwithrdash.co.uk/
We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:
https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q
The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook
Details
Date posted
20 June 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
376-RCG-0622
Job locations
Tickhill Road Site
Tickhill Road
Doncaster
DN4 8QN
Job descriptionJob description
Job responsibilities
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Job responsibilities
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Person SpecificationPerson Specification
Experience
Essential
Qualifications
Essential
Experience
Essential
Qualifications
Essential
Additional informationDisclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT
Address
Tickhill Road Site
Tickhill Road
Doncaster
DN4 8QN
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT
Address
Tickhill Road Site
Tickhill Road
Doncaster
DN4 8QN
Employer's website
About the company
National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.
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