Social Worker - Low/Medium Secure + Acute Unit - Surrey Hosp
Job Title: Social Worker - Low/Medium Secure & Acute Unit
Location: Charlwood, Surrey
Salary: dependent on experience)
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Setting: Low/Medium Secure Services and Separate Acute Unit
Overview:
Farmfield Hospital is seeking an experienced and compassionate Social Worker to join our multidisciplinary team supporting adult males in secure and acute mental health settings. The successful candidate will play a key role in promoting recovery, care planning, safeguarding, and discharge coordination in a complex but rewarding environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage a defined caseload of service users within secure and acute settings
Undertake mental health assessments and provide robust risk management plans
Facilitate and coordinate effective discharge and aftercare planning
Work collaboratively with clinical teams, external agencies, and families
Attend and contribute to ward rounds, CPA reviews, and multi-disciplinary meetings
Complete Mental Health Tribunal and Ministry of Justice reports
Support service users through the Care Programme Approach (CPA) process
Ensure safeguarding protocols are followed in line with legislation and best practice
Advocate for patients and uphold their rights in accordance with the Mental Health Act and relevant statutory frameworks
Requirements:
Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration
Experience working within forensic, secure, or acute mental health services
Strong understanding of relevant legislation including the Mental Health Act, Care Act, and Human Rights Act
Excellent communication, documentation, and case management skills
Ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team and independently
Enhanced DBS clearance (or willingness to undergo one)
What We Offer:
Competitive salary depending on experience
Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
Opportunities for continued professional development
Supportive and progressive working environment
Access to staff wellbeing programmes and initiatives
Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.
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