Adults Social Worker | Hospital Discharge Team| Norfolk | £35ph

Tripod Partners; Norwich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Tripod Partners is seeking a qualified Social Worker to join the Hospital Discharge Team at Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital in Norwich, Norfolk. You will support safe, timely discharges and ensure individuals receive the right care and support during their hospital stay.

Working within a multi-disciplinary team, you will apply the Home First approach to promote independence and wellbeing, review individuals after discharge, and contribute to CHC reviews and care planning.

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker with relevant professional registration.
• Knowledge and application of the Care Act 2014 in practice.
• Experience undertaking Mental Capacity Assessments and applying best-interest principles.
• Experience with Continuing Healthcare (CHC) reviews.
• Strong communication, assessment and organisational skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a fast-paced hospital environment.
• Experience of multi-agency working and hospital discharge planning.
• A person-centred approach, with a commitment to promoting independence, dignity and wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Complete person-centred assessments with patients and their families to identify care and support needs.
• Develop and implement care plans that promote independence, dignity and wellbeing.
• Work with multi-disciplinary health and social care teams to facilitate safe and timely hospital discharges.
• Apply the principles of the Care Act 2014 to assessment, care planning and decision-making.
• Undertake Mental Capacity Assessments and support best-interest decision-making where required.
• Contribute to CHC reviews and ensure appropriate care arrangements are in place.
• Review individuals after discharge to ensure ongoing care arrangements are appropriate.
• Promote a Home First ethos, enabling independence and better outcomes.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Multi-disciplinary working

Person-centred approach

Fast-paced hospital environment

Education

Social Work qualification

Job description

Adults Social Worker needed for our Hospital Discharge Team in Norfolk, paying £35ph!

• Team: Hospital Discharge Team
• Location: Norwich, Norfolk
• Rate: £35ph

About the role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified Social Worker to join a dedicated hospital discharge team at Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of adults during their hospital stay, supporting safe, timely discharges and ensuring individuals receive the right care and support to meet their needs.

Working at the heart of a multi-disciplinary team, you will collaborate with health and social care professionals to deliver high-quality, person-centred support. The service follows a Home First approach, promoting independence, recovery and wellbeing through effective partnership working.

You will also be involved in reviewing individuals following discharge, whether they return to their own homes or move into a care setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete person-centred assessments with patients and their families to identify care and support needs.
• Develop and implement effective care plans that promote independence, dignity and wellbeing.
• Work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary health and social care teams to facilitate safe and timely hospital discharges.
• Apply the principles of the Care Act 2014 to assessment, care planning and decision-making.
• Undertake Mental Capacity Assessments and support best-interest decision-making where required.
• Contribute to Continuing Healthcare (CHC) reviews and ensure appropriate care arrangements are in place.
• Review individuals following discharge to ensure their care and support arrangements remain appropriate.
• Promote a Home First ethos, enabling individuals to regain independence and achieve the best possible outcomes.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Qualified Social Worker with relevant professional registration.
• Sound knowledge of the Care Act 2014 and its practical application.
• Experience undertaking Mental Capacity Assessments and applying best-interest principles.
• Knowledge and experience of Continuing Healthcare (CHC) reviews.
• Strong communication, assessment and organisational skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a fast-paced hospital environment.
• Experience of multi-agency working and hospital discharge planning.
• A person-centred approach, with a strong commitment to promoting independence, dignity and wellbeing.