Hybrid CHC Social Worker - Complex Care & Funding

Wiltshire Council; Trowbridge; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Wiltshire Council's Continuing Healthcare Team is seeking a Level 3 Social Worker to assess adults for NHS Continuing Healthcare funding and undertake person-centred assessments. You will advise on CHC funding and help ensure appropriate support while promoting independence.

The role requires a qualified and registered Social Worker with Social Work England, a strong knowledge of safeguarding, health and social care legislation, and experience with vulnerable adults.

Qualifications

• Qualified and registered Social Worker with Social Work England.
• Up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding and health and social care legislation.
• Experience in supporting vulnerable adults and complex cases.
• Committed to ongoing professional development and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess individuals with complex health and care needs.
• Support CHC eligibility decisions and funding arrangements.
• Provide CHC advice to health and social care partners.
• Undertake person-centred assessments and promote independence and positive outcomes.

Skills

Communication

Safeguarding

Assessment

Stakeholder liaison

Education

Social Worker Qualification (Social Work England registered)

Job description

Wiltshire Council's Continuing Healthcare Team is seeking a Level 3 Social Worker to assess adults for NHS Continuing Healthcare funding and undertake person-centred assessments. You will advise on CHC funding and help ensure appropriate support while promoting independence.

The role requires a qualified and registered Social Worker with Social Work England, a strong knowledge of safeguarding, health and social care legislation, and experience with vulnerable adults.