Social Worker L Adults (Scp )

TN United Kingdom; Redditch; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team focused on supporting adults with varying needs, including dementia and physical disabilities. This role emphasizes strength-based practices within a multi-disciplinary environment, ensuring safe and timely transfers of care from acute settings. You will be part of a supportive team that values career development and collaboration among various health and social care professionals. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of vulnerable adults and thrive in a dynamic setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience working with adults with dementia and disabilities.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and statutory duties.

Responsibilities

• Support safe transfer of care from hospital to home.
• Work within a multi-disciplinary team for effective care.

Skills

Support for adults with disabilities

Strength-based practice

Knowledge of Care Act 2014

Knowledge of Mental Capacity Act 2005

Education

Relevant qualification in health or social care

Job description

The position involves working with adults aged over 18 who require support to enable safe and timely transfer of care from acute hospital settings.

The role will involve working with individuals who are older, have diagnoses of dementia, physical disabilities, mental health conditions, and mild to moderate learning disabilities and/or autism.

The team operates within the 3 Conversation model, focusing on strength-based practice.

It works within the frameworks of the Care Act 2014 and the Mental Capacity Act 2005, ensuring a focus on adult safeguarding and meeting organisational statutory duties.

The Onward Care Team, based at Worcester Royal Hospital and the Alexandra Hospital, operates a 7-day service. It is a multi-disciplinary team comprising Worcestershire County Council and Health and Care Trust staff, emphasizing multi-agency partnership working. The team offers a supportive environment for career development.