Palliative Care Social Worker - End-of-Life & Discharge Support

Pertemps; Halifax; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Qualified Social Worker for the Palliative Care Team. This role involves supporting adults with end-of-life prognosis and their families, conducting Care Act Assessments, and collaborating with health teams for effective discharge planning. Applicants should possess social work qualifications and relevant experience in palliative care. This contract offers a pay rate of £28.22 per hour and the opportunity to work across Calderdale and Kirklees.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have experience supporting individuals with end-of-life prognosis.
• Experience with hospital discharge planning and assessments.
• Familiarity with safeguarding practices under Care Act.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to adults and families receiving palliative care.
• Conduct Care Act Assessments and risk assessments.
• Collaborate with health teams for timely discharges.

Skills

Social work experience in palliative care

Risk assessment skills

Knowledge of Care Act legislation

Education

Social Work qualification

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Qualified Social Worker for the Palliative Care Team. This role involves supporting adults with end-of-life prognosis and their families, conducting Care Act Assessments, and collaborating with health teams for effective discharge planning. Applicants should possess social work qualifications and relevant experience in palliative care. This contract offers a pay rate of £28.22 per hour and the opportunity to work across Calderdale and Kirklees.