Manchester - Adults Review Lead SW - Mental Health HYBRID

Job Title: Adults Review Lead Social Worker - Mental Health (Hybrid)
Location: Manchester Town Hall Extension, Albert Square, Manchester, M60 2LA
Authority: Manchester City Council
Rate: 32 per hour
Working Pattern: Hybrid

Adults Review Lead Social Worker - Mental Health

This is a unique and exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of mental health social care in Manchester.

This temporary post is ahead of a planned transfer of Mental Health Social Workers to Manchester City Council as part of an ambitious Transformation Programme. Designed as a 'test of change', this role will support improvements in outcomes for people receiving commissioned care - particularly individuals in supported living and those eligible for support under Section 117 of the Mental Health Act.

You will work closely with the Performance and Governance Manager to provide quality assurance for commissioned care decisions, reduce delays, improve efficiencies in access to care and support, and explore innovative approaches to strengthen recovery journeys.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leading and undertaking Care Act reviews within mental health services

• Providing quality assurance on commissioned care decisions

• Supporting improved pathways for individuals in supported living

• Working with brokerage and commissioning teams to ensure timely and appropriate care packages

• Supporting Section 117 aftercare processes

• Collaborating with housing providers and multi-agency partners

• Contributing to service improvement as part of a wider transformation programme

Essential Requirements:

• Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration

• Strong knowledge and experience of the Care Act

• Significant experience completing statutory reviews

• Experience working with brokerage teams and commissioning services

• Understanding of relevant legal processes

• Background in mental health social care

Desirable:

• Previous experience in a management or leadership capacity

• AMHP qualification or previous AMHP experience

Benefits of Working with Eden Brown Synergy:

• DBS check processed and paid for by Eden Brown Synergy

• 300 referral bonus if you refer a colleague or friend

• Bonus for finding your own job

• Twice weekly payroll

• Dedicated recruitment consultant to support you throughout your job search, employment and beyond

Interested?

If you are interested in this position, please send your CV to:

Shristi Yadav

(phone number removed)

Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.

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