Senior Social Worker - Hospital Discharge Specialist

Opus People Solutions Ltd; Telford; Hybrid; GBP 36.000 - 52.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Hybrid working

Zusammenfassung

Opus People Solutions Ltd is recruiting for a Senior Social Worker to support the TICAT Hospital Team in Telford. The role focuses on managing complex cases, carrying out statutory assessments, and leading practice in hospital discharge planning within a fast-paced multidisciplinary setting.

The post requires a Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration, extensive Adult Social Care experience, and knowledge of Care Act and Mental Capacity Act.

Qualifikationen

• Qualified Social Worker status (Degree/DipSW/CQSW or equivalent).
• Current registration with Social Work England.
• Significant experience within Adult Social Care, hospital discharge or acute setting.
• Sound knowledge of Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act, safeguarding legislation, and relevant social care frameworks.
• Excellent assessment, risk management, and case management skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Aufgaben

• Manage a complex caseload of adults with a range of physical health, mental health, learning disability, and social care needs.
• Undertake Care Act Assessments, reviews, and person-centred support planning.
• Complete Mental Capacity Act Assessments and facilitate Best Interest Decisions where required.
• Conduct safeguarding enquiries and risk assessments in accordance with relevant legislation and local procedures.
• Support and facilitate safe and timely hospital discharges, reducing delays and promoting independence.
• Work collaboratively with health professionals, therapists, discharge coordinators, ward staff, families, and partner agencies.
• Promote strengths-based practice and maximise service users' independence and wellbeing.
• Provide guidance and support to less experienced practitioners within the team.
• Maintain accurate and timely case recordings and reports.

Kenntnisse

Case management

Risk assessment

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Communication skills

Ausbildung

Social Work degree

Jobbeschreibung

Opus People Solutions Ltd is recruiting for a Senior Social Worker to support the TICAT Hospital Team in Telford. The role focuses on managing complex cases, carrying out statutory assessments, and leading practice in hospital discharge planning within a fast-paced multidisciplinary setting.

The post requires a Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration, extensive Adult Social Care experience, and knowledge of Care Act and Mental Capacity Act.