Adult Social Worker in Wrexham

Randstad Care; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading local authority in Wrexham is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to focus on mental health and hospital discharge. The role involves assessing, planning, and coordinating safe discharges, ensuring individuals receive appropriate community support. Candidates should have a Social Work Degree and at least two years of relevant experience.

Benefits

Dedicated Consultant

Accredited Training

Weekly Payroll

Competitive Pay Rates

Flexible Shifts

Referral Bonus

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of post-qualifying experience in mental health services.
• Registered with Social Care Wales.
• Up-to-date DBS.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of individuals' mental health and social care needs.
• Develop robust discharge plans with service users and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Manage complex cases involving safeguarding concerns.

Skills

Assessment

Coordination

Mental Health

Safeguarding

Education

Social Work Degree

Job description

Social Worker - Mental Health, Hospital Discharge Wrexham County Borough Council

Are you a highly skilled and compassionate Social Worker with expertise in Mental Health and Hospital Discharge? Wrexham County Borough Council is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join their vital team, focusing on the seamless transition and ongoing support for individuals with mental health needs.

Pay Rate: 46.62 per hour

About the Role:

As a Social Worker specialising in Mental Health and Hospital Discharge, you will play a crucial role in assessing, planning, and coordinating safe and timely discharges for individuals from hospital settings, ensuring they receive the appropriate support within the community. Your responsibilities will typically include:

• Conducting comprehensive assessments of individuals' mental health, social care needs, and capacity, adhering to relevant legislation (e.g., Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act).
• Developing robust discharge plans in collaboration with service users, families, carers, and multi-disciplinary teams (MDT) including health professionals.
• Identifying and coordinating access to suitable community-based services and ongoing support to promote recovery and prevent readmission.
• Managing complex cases, including those involving safeguarding concerns for vulnerable adults.
• Acting as a key point of contact for service users and their families during the hospital stay and transition to community care.
• Maintaining accurate and timely records, and contributing to team meetings and reviews.

What We're Looking For:

• A Social Work Degree or equivalent relevant degree.
• At least 2 years of post-qualifying experience working with adults in mental health services, with significant experience in hospital discharge planning, in the UK.
• Registered with Social Care Wales.
• An up-to-date DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service).

Benefits of Working with Us:

When you join us, you'll benefit from:

• Dedicated Consultant: Your single point of contact to assist you throughout your placement.
• Accredited Training: Stay current with essential training including manual handling, health and safety at work, conflict management, and safeguarding vulnerable adults/children.
• Weekly Payroll: Receive your pay consistently and promptly.
• Competitive Pay Rates: Enjoy attractive hourly rates.
• Flexible Shifts: Opportunities for both full-time and part-time work.
• Top Local Authority: Work with a leading local authority in Wrexham.
• Weekly Mailers: Keep up-to-date with new local posts and opportunities.
• Referral Bonus: Earn up to 300 for referring a friend or colleague (T&Cs apply).

Interested?

For more details or to apply, call (phone number removed) or email

Seize this opportunity to advance your career in social work with Randstad and Cardiff Council. Apply now to make a difference!

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