3 jobs found in St Helens

Adult social worker Purpose of the job Under the supervision of the Team Manager and Senior Practitioner the post-holder will ensure that needs of adult social care clients are identified, safeguarded and met. You will have practical knowledge and experience of social work practice within the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and demonstrate the ability to work within the Mental Health Act 1983 and 2007, Human Rights Act 1998 and Care Act 2014. The post holder will apply the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards procedures to the assessment and review process and be able to practice independently in the Best Interest Assessor role. Duties and responsibilities This is not a comprehensive list of all the tasks, which may be required of the post holder.  It is illustrative of the general nature and level of responsibility of the work to be undertaken. Promote the welfare and safeguarding of adults in Knowsley. To carry out timely assessments on Knowsley adult residents in accordance with...

Qualified Children’s Social Worker – Duty Service * Location: Wigan * Pay Rate: £38.00 per hour * Contract Details: Temporary * Hours: 37 hours per week * IR35 Status: Inside IR35 About the Role Wigan Council, is seeking a skilled and fast-thinking Children’s Social Worker to join our Duty Service. This service is comprised of five dedicated duty teams and a unique Duty Academy, providing a highly structured environment for expert assessment and crisis intervention. This is a fast-paced but sustainable role designed to prevent burnout. Wigan operates a rolling 5-week intake cycle, meaning your team will only be on active, front-facing intake duty for one week out of every five. Key Responsibilities * Assessments & Interventions: Deliver expert analytical assessments and risk evaluations for children and families. * Case Management: Hold varying complexities of cases short-term. Case transfer points are strictly defined at the Initial Child Protection...

Ad-Hoc Recovery Worker – Detox Service We are seeking an experienced Recovery Worker to support a residential detox service in Chorley. This role involves working alongside clinical staff to support service users through detoxification and early recovery. Key Responsibilities * Monitor service users during detox, including observations and wellbeing checks * Recognise and report withdrawal symptoms or deterioration in condition * Support the safe delivery of care plans and prescribed medication regimes (under clinical direction) * Complete accurate records, handovers and incident reports * Support admissions, discharges and daily routines * Respond appropriately to incidents and safeguarding concerns * Promote a safe, structured and recovery-focused environment About You * Experience in substance misuse, detox, mental health or residential care * Understanding of withdrawal, safeguarding and risk management * Confident working in a clinical or...