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Reference: 301-IT-26-8297901
Job summary
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Working alongside adult social care, you will be responsible for the delivery of integrated, accessible and strengths-based interventions for adults with complex needs and substance use concerns. You will need to focus on safeguarding, risk management and positive outcomes with the aim of reducing the need for costed adult social care packages.
Main duties of the job
Hold a caseload of clients with multiple needs. You will attend and contribute to multi agency meetings. You will also be required to update client records in a timely manner and complete formal reports. You will provide therapeutic and outreach support, including home visits and community-based work, and supporting access to work-related activities. You will work closely with social workers and multi-agency partners to carry out assessments, risk assessments, reviews and complete support plans, ensuring a person-centred approach.
About us
Inclusion, created in 2002 is part of the Specialist Services Care Group of Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (MPFT). We provide caring and effective services across England, including, West Yorkshire, West Midlands, East Midlands, West Mercia, Thames Valley, Hampshire, Isle of Wight and Thurrock, Essex.We support individuals, families and communities who are affected by addiction, crime, mental health or need treatment for their sexual health. We believe that the individuals and families who use our services should receive high quality, committed and inclusive care, realising all the benefits a modern NHS organisation can provide.We work with patients and our staff teams to achieve the best outcomes we can. We invest heavily in training and development, and the wellbeing of our people, both staff and service users is central to who we are. Here at MPFT, we are proud of the comprehensive wellbeing and lifestyle support offer available, in addition to in-house training and coaching support.Our services are robustly governed, evidence-based, inclusive, and designed and provided in conjunction with service users. We are committed to providing the best service we can, and if you share our values, we want you on our team!
Details
Date posted
22 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
2 years
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
301-IT-26-8297901
Job locations
Staffordshire STaRS
Staffordshire
ST16 3AT
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description & person spec for a full overview, a
- To deliver assertive interventions that will be fully integrated, accessible and targeted to adults with complex needs that result in positive outcomes
- To have good knowledge of complex needs, specifically trauma and its impact, substance misuse models, mental health presentations, risk behaviours, safeguarding legislation and behaviour change theory.
- To deliver an intensive, strength-based model to adults with complex needs, in their home. This may include safety planning, strengths, values, goals and tailored sessions for the individuals specific needs
- To manage a complex caseload with multiple, interacting needs and make safeguarding decisions
- To work holistically, focusing on the key concerns for the adult
- To handle complex, sensitive information in line with policies and procedures, and confidentiality
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description & person spec for a full overview, a
- To deliver assertive interventions that will be fully integrated, accessible and targeted to adults with complex needs that result in positive outcomes
- To have good knowledge of complex needs, specifically trauma and its impact, substance misuse models, mental health presentations, risk behaviours, safeguarding legislation and behaviour change theory.
- To deliver an intensive, strength-based model to adults with complex needs, in their home. This may include safety planning, strengths, values, goals and tailored sessions for the individuals specific needs
- To manage a complex caseload with multiple, interacting needs and make safeguarding decisions
- To work holistically, focusing on the key concerns for the adult
- To handle complex, sensitive information in line with policies and procedures, and confidentiality
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A degree in Social Work, Psychology, Criminology, Health and Social Care or a related field is required due to the complexity of the role
- Level 2 safeguarding trained, as a minimum
- Good general level of education and evidence of continuing professional development
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of complex needs, specifically trauma and its impact, substance misuse models, mental health presentations, risk behaviours, safeguarding legislation and behaviour change theory.
- The ability to effectively organise / prioritise your time / workload and strong time management skills
- Knowledge of Safeguarding processes and procedures
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working with adults with complex needs
- Experience and knowledge of supporting vulnerable people and utilisation of structured needs / risk assessments
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A degree in Social Work, Psychology, Criminology, Health and Social Care or a related field is required due to the complexity of the role
- Level 2 safeguarding trained, as a minimum
- Good general level of education and evidence of continuing professional development
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of complex needs, specifically trauma and its impact, substance misuse models, mental health presentations, risk behaviours, safeguarding legislation and behaviour change theory.
- The ability to effectively organise / prioritise your time / workload and strong time management skills
- Knowledge of Safeguarding processes and procedures
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working with adults with complex needs
- Experience and knowledge of supporting vulnerable people and utilisation of structured needs / risk assessments
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Inclusion
Address
Staffordshire STaRS
Staffordshire
ST16 3AT
United Kingdom
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Employer details
Employer name
Inclusion
Address
Staffordshire STaRS
Staffordshire
ST16 3AT
United Kingdom