Senior Case Worker (Hospitals)

Community Care Live; Basingstoke; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave

Occupational sick pay

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Community Care Live in Basingstoke is seeking a Senior Case Worker to join our friendly social care and health care team, supporting hospital discharges and community care coordination. This role involves face-to-face engagement at the Basingstoke Discovery Centre and local hospitals, with a focus on safe and efficient discharge planning.

You will complete assessments, work with families and providers, and use a strengths-based approach to maximise wellbeing and independence.

Qualifications

• Strong communication, negotiation and relationship management skills.
• Ability to work with people in difficult circumstances with compassion.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Sound IT and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Knowledge of the Care Act 2014 and its eligibility criteria.
• Knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Best Interest decision making.
• Knowledge of hospital discharge pathways.

Responsibilities

• Completing assessments and reviews of individuals’ care and support needs in Basingstoke Hospital, local community hospitals and care homes.
• Providing support and guidance to individuals to maximise their wellbeing and independence using a strengths-based approach.
• Collaborating with individuals, their families, providers, and other healthcare professionals to find and signpost to innovative, alternative community resources to meet individuals’ needs.
• Having the confidence and knowledge to make well-informed decisions where appropriate, as well as knowing when a case or situation requires escalation to senior colleagues.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship management

Negotiation skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

IT skills

Independent working

Care Act 2014 knowledge

Mental Capacity Act 2005 knowledge

Hospital discharge pathways knowledge

Job description

Joining us as a Senior Case Worker, you’ll be part of our friendly and supportive team of social care and health care professionals based at Basingstoke Discovery Centre. You’ll also support our short-term service to deliver safe and efficient hospital discharges.

You’ll enjoy the benefits of engaging with people in a face-to-face environment, working alongside colleagues in a supportive space. There will be plenty of opportunities to collaborate and share learning with peers, whilst building positive relationships through your reviews in the hospital.

What you’ll be doing:

• Completing assessments and reviews of individuals’ care and support needs in Basingstoke Hospital, local community hospitals and care homes.
• Providing support and guidance to individuals to maximise their wellbeing and independence using a strengths-based approach.
• Collaborating with individuals, their families, providers, and other healthcare professionals to find and signpost to innovative, alternative community resources to meet individuals’ needs.
• Having the confidence and knowledge to make well-informed decisions where appropriate, as well as knowing when a case or situation requires escalation to senior colleagues.

What we’re looking for:

• Strong communication, negotiation and relationship management skills.
• Ability to work with people in difficult circumstances in a compassionate and collaborative way.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Sound IT and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Knowledge of the Care Act 2014 and it’s eligibility criteria.
• Knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Best Interest decision making
• Knowledge of hospital discharge pathways

Why join us?

• Career growth: Our experienced Senior Case Workers can be considered for our social work apprenticeship scheme, leading to a career as a Qualified Social Worker.
• Professional development: Continuous learning, mentoring and supportive supervision.
• Work-life balance: Enjoy a fulfilling career with a good balance between work and home life.
• Employee support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.
• Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.

Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date.

Please note:We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying.

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