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Social Worker Adults

Tripod Social Care
Posted 12 hours ago, valid for a month
Location

Nottingham, Nottinghamshire NG42QU, England

Salary

£32 per hour

Contract type

Full Time

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  • We are looking for a skilled Social Worker to join the Hospital Discharge Assessment Team at Kings Mill Hospital, offering up to £32 per hour.
  • The role requires significant experience in a hospital or community setting and a Social Work Degree or equivalent, along with HCPC registration.
  • Key responsibilities include conducting assessments, developing discharge plans, and advocating for patients' needs.
  • The position involves working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and requires strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Flexible working arrangements and opportunities for professional development are provided in a supportive team environment.

Social Worker - Hospital Discharge Assessment Team

Up to £32 per hour

Location:Kings Mill Hospital, Sutton-in-Ashfield

About the Role:

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Social Worker to join our Hospital Discharge Assessment Team. You will play a crucial role in facilitating timely and safe discharges from Kings Mill Hospital.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' social and care needs upon hospital admission.
  • Develop and implement discharge plans, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless transitions of care.
  • Liaise with community services, care providers, and other relevant agencies to secure appropriate post-discharge support.
  • Advocate for patients' needs and rights, ensuring they receive the best possible care.
  • Participate in a rota system to cover the Transfer of Care Hub at Kings Mill Hospital.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records.
  • Promote effective communication and collaboration with healthcare professionals, patients, and families.

Essential Requirements:

  • Social Work Degree (or equivalent)
  • HCPC Registration
  • Significant experience in a hospital or community setting
  • Strong assessment and care planning skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and evenings

Desirable Requirements:

  • Experience in discharge planning and complex case management
  • Knowledge of local health and social care services
  • Ability to manage a demanding workload

Benefits:

  • Competitive hourly rate of up to £32 per hour
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Supportive and collaborative team environment

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.