Neuroscience Hospital Social Worker — Stroke Care Expert

NHS; Salford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Salford seeks a permanent Hospital Social Worker to join their Neurosciences team. The role involves providing specialist support to patients with neurological conditions. Candidates should have a Social Work Qualification and experience in complex case management. Responsibilities include conducting assessments and working within multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless patient discharges. This position values innovative thinking and effective communication skills.

Qualifications

• Understanding of the principles of health and social care legislation.
• Experience in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Evidence of developing working relationships with service users.

Responsibilities

• Provide social work assessments for safe patient discharges.
• Attend MDT meetings and complete safeguarding investigations.

Skills

Understanding of Care Act 2014

Knowledge of Welfare Rights Legislation

Experience of working with adults

Strong communication skills

Ability to develop effective relationships

Education

Social Work Qualification

Tools

Liquid Logic

Job description

A regional healthcare provider in Salford seeks a permanent Hospital Social Worker to join their Neurosciences team. The role involves providing specialist support to patients with neurological conditions. Candidates should have a Social Work Qualification and experience in complex case management. Responsibilities include conducting assessments and working within multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless patient discharges. This position values innovative thinking and effective communication skills.