Hospital Social Worker (Discharge & Reablement)

Liquid Personnel Limited.; England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

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Job summary

Liquid Personnel Limited is recruiting an Adult’s Social Worker to join its client’s Hospital team in Bournemouth. The role focuses on hospital discharge planning, coordinating care and ensuring timely, person-centred support for adults with complex needs.

The successful candidate will conduct strengths-based assessments, work with multidisciplinary teams, and navigate Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act requirements to promote safe independence after discharge.

Qualifications

• Professional qualification in social work (MA/BA/BSc or Diploma).
• Registered with Social Work England.
• Significant post-qualified experience in Adult Social Care.
• Recent hospital social work experience is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of Care Act 2014, MCA 2005, safeguarding guidance.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of adults in an acute hospital setting.
• Carry out strengths-based assessments to identify needs and outcomes.
• Complete Care Act assessments, reviews, and discharge planning.
• Arrange care packages, reablement, and community support on discharge.
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and safeguarding discussions.
• Prepare high-quality assessments, reports, and case records.

Skills

Communication Skills

Education

MA/BA/BSc in Social Work

Diploma in Social Work

CQSW / CSS or equivalent

Registration with Social Work England

Job description

Liquid Personnel Limited is recruiting an Adult’s Social Worker to join its client’s Hospital team in Bournemouth. The role focuses on hospital discharge planning, coordinating care and ensuring timely, person-centred support for adults with complex needs.

The successful candidate will conduct strengths-based assessments, work with multidisciplinary teams, and navigate Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act requirements to promote safe independence after discharge.