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Charles Hunter Associates Ltd; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parking onsite

Job summary

Charles Hunter Associates Ltd is seeking an Adult's Social Worker to join a Mental Health Discharge Team in the Liverpool City Region. You will assess needs and arrange support for safe hospital discharge, including Care Act 2014 and MCA assessments.

A minimum of two years' post-qualification experience is essential. Applicants should have a Social Work degree (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) and a valid UK driving licence with regular access to a vehicle.

Qualifications

• Degree in Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) is essential.
• Minimum two years' post-qualification experience in adult social work.
• Experience in hospital settings, CHC or mental health assessment teams preferred.
• Valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct face-to-face assessments with adults 18+ being discharged from hospital.
• Assess needs and arrange appropriate support to promote independence and wellbeing.
• Carry out Care Act 2014 and MCA assessments as part of discharge planning.

Skills

Post-qualification experience

Hospital/mental health exposure

Education

Degree in Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW)

Job description

We are looking for an Adult's Social Worker to join a Mental Health Discharge Team

Do not apply for this role if you do not have 2 years' of permanent experience post Social Work qualification

About the team

This team works with individuals aged 18+ in hospital settings ready to be discharged. A key responsibility is to ensure safe, person-centred discharge from hospital by assessing needs and arranging the right support to promote independence and wellbeing. The team will be required to carry out face-face assessments, Care Act 2014 and MCA assessments.

About you

It is essential to have a degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of two years' experience within adult's Social Work post qualified. Experience working in a hospital, CHC or mental health assessment team lends well to the requirements of the role. A valid UK driving licence and regular access to a vehicle is essential in order to be considered for this role.

What's on offer?

• Up to £46.00 (PAYE payments available also)
• Supportive management and regular supervision
• Parking onsite / nearby