Social Worker

Charles Hunter Associates Ltd; Newport; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parking nearby

PAYE payment options available

Job summary

Charles Hunter Associates Ltd is seeking a Social Worker to join the Hospital Discharge Team in Newport. You will assess patients to ensure all needs are met and coordinate safe discharge plans from hospital wards and from home as needed.

The ideal candidate will hold a Social Work degree (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) and have at least two years post-qualification experience, demonstrating strong time management and interpersonal skills while engaging with diverse service users.

Qualifications

• Degree in Social Work with 2+ years post-qualification experience.
• Experience assessing adults and coordinating discharge needs.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and engage diverse service users.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients to ensure needs are met for safe discharge.
• Carry out home assessments and attend wards when required.
• Collaborate with teams to support timely discharge planning.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Experience working with adults

Diversity engagement

Education

Social Work degree (Degree/DipSW/CQSW)

Job description

We are looking for a Social Worker to join our Hospital Discharge Team.

This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 2 years post qualified experience.

About the team

The team are responsible for the safe discharge of adult patients from Hospital, You will be responsible for the assessment of each patient ensuring that all their needs are met and that they can continue to live their lives as freely as possible. this position involves assessments from home as well as being present on the wards when necessary.

About you

The ideal Social Worker will be able to manage time effectively to prioritise their workload as well as have good interpersonal skills.

Experience working with adults, the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and the ability to be able to engage with service users from diverse backgrounds is key to the success of the role.

A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of 2 years' experience is essential in order to be considered for this role.

What's on offer?

• Up to £38.00 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
• An opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment
• Parking available / nearby
• An opportunity to work within a successful service
• For more information, please get in touch with: 07442 576 906