Lead Forensic Social Worker

Are you a Lead Social Worker with at least 5 years’ experience in a Forensic, Criminal Justice or Mental Health setting where you have acquired well developed skills in the assessment and management of individuals with mental health or forensic backgrounds and can evidence good practice? If so, join the team at Thornford Park in Thatcham as a Lead Forensic Social Worker to provide effective leadership to a dedicated Forensic Social Work Team. Working 37.5 hours a week you will have a variety of duties and responsibilities associated with maintaining a caseload, meeting the standards set in the social work department care-pathway while adhering to the principles and guidelines within the Social Work Professional Code of Conduct. You will manage and support the Forensic Social Work Team and all social care aspects pertaining to service user care within Thornford Park Hospital. You will be key in ensuring compliance with statutory regulations and current legislation, meeting quality standards, and delivering against KPI performance indicators. You will be supported regionally and will have access to a variety of training and online courses to support your career development and growth.