This is an exciting opportunity for a Band 6 Social Worker to be part of developing the Supported Accommodation provision that is under development.

The Supported Accommodation team currently contracts approximately 100 placements with private providers for individuals with a Mental Health diagnosis. The team work with inpatient wards and community teams to process referrals and manage placements.

The team is currently working closely with commissioners and Social Care colleagues to develop alternative housing options and support arrangements. Part of this project will be looking at service user engagement and how this information informs future service development as well as assessments to establish ongoing needs.

We are seeking a motivated, self-directed and innovative individual to join this enthusiastic, and creative team. We'd like to develop this service to build on what we have achieved so far and want to find somebody who can add to this with their ideas and experience.

The job also would make an excellent development post for an individual interested in management as can involve basic project work and team development. There will be an opportunity to complete a band 6 relevant leadership course.