Hospital Social Worker – Discharge & Independence Lead

Hoop Recruitment Ltd; Brecon; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Twice-weekly payroll

DBS and compliance support

Welsh-speaking consultant

Job summary

Hoop Recruitment Ltd is actively seeking a Social Worker for Powys County Council to focus on hospital discharge planning for 65+ residents. The role emphasizes safeguarding, independence, and timely transfers from hospital settings.

The successful candidate must hold a Social Work qualification, be registered with Social Care Wales or Social Work England, and have an enhanced DBS. Driving license and references are required.

Qualifications

• A relevant Social Work Qualification.
• Registration with Social Care Wales (Wales) or Social Work England (England).
• Enhanced DBS registered on the update service or willing to apply.
• 3 years of referencing.

Responsibilities

• Identify discharge pathways using a strengths-based approach to safeguard and promote independence.
• Support residents 65+ in Wales to safely transfer from acute hospital settings.
• Liaise with professionals, the individual, family and carers to determine appropriate discharge pathways and address barriers.

Education

Social Work Qualification

Registration with Social Care Wales / Social Work England

Enhanced DBS (update service)

3 Years of referencing

Driving license with access to a car

Job description

Hoop Recruitment Ltd is actively seeking a Social Worker for Powys County Council to focus on hospital discharge planning for 65+ residents. The role emphasizes safeguarding, independence, and timely transfers from hospital settings.

The successful candidate must hold a Social Work qualification, be registered with Social Care Wales or Social Work England, and have an enhanced DBS. Driving license and references are required.