Job summaryWe are looking for a confident Social Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding care. You'll be working 40 hours a week, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Hospital Harrogate.Main duties of the jobAt Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.About usCygnet was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesAre you a qualified Social Worker looking for their next challenge?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 our brand new service, Cygnet Hospital Harrogate.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 Harrogate:Cygnet Hospital Harrogate is a long-established mental health hospital that provides an emergency admissions service across two acute wards.Your Day-to-DayYoull be working 40 hours a weekWork in partnership withservice users,their families and other stakeholders to assist with the recovery processForge links and maintain contact with other statutory agenciesLead on the social care needs ofservice usersEnsure thatservice usersand their families/carers are aware of their legal rightsTake an active role in safeguarding within the multidisciplinary teamProvide written reports to the multidisciplinary team and other professionalsYou areA Registered Social Worker with Social Work EnglandA relevant Social Work qualificationExperienced in working within a mental health setting, or passionate about working in this fieldKnowledgeable of safeguarding, health & safety, data protection, confidentiality issues & equality & diversityAn excellent communicator with exceptional interpersonal skillsAble to work as part of a multidisciplinary teamSkilled in report writing with excellent literacy skills and attention to detailWhy Cygnet? Well offer youStrong career progression opportunities, including into management rolesMonthly reflective practice, expert supervision & peer supportEmployee referral schemePension schemeCycle 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 belowJoin us!Person SpecificationGeneral RequirementsEssentialPlease refer to job description aboveDesirablePlease refer to job description aboveDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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 RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameCygnet Health CareAddressYorkshire and HumberHG1 2JLEmployer's websitehttps://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)