At a Glance
- Tasks: Support citizens post-hospital with tailored assessments and guidance for long-term care.
- Company: Birmingham City Council, dedicated to community welfare and support.
- Benefits: Flexible working hours, hybrid model, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Join a multidisciplinary team tackling complex cases in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while developing your social work skills.
- Qualifications: Qualified Social Worker with knowledge of relevant legislation and assessment skills.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Your new company Birmingham City Council are looking to recruit a qualified Social Worker for their Discharge to Access (D2A) Service. The team supports the assessment and support planning for citizens who have left the hospital with a short-term service and require support to determine the longer term support needed where applicable. There is also a subteam which covers Summer Hill Terrace, which is part of the Homeless Pathway.
Your new role involves working as part of the Discharge to Assess Community Social Work Team to deliver on-person-centred practices where citizens are enabled to exercise choice, control, independence, and build resilience with a focus on prevention and early intervention to support, provide guidance and signposting in addition to assessments, via the 3 Conversations model, in accordance with the Care Act 2014.
Homeless Pathway cases can be quite complex as the support in Summer Hill Terrace deals with complex housing issues relating to substance misuse issues, safeguarding issues and working in a very multidisciplinary setting. You will also have extensive knowledge of social work practice and legislation, including the Care Act 2014, Safeguarding, Mental Health and Mental Capacity Act 2005, a good understanding of personalisation and excellent assessment and analysis skills.
Working Hours: 8:30am-5pm (Mon-Thurs) and 8:30am - 4:30pm (Friday).
Hybrid Working: 1 ...
Social Work job - D2A employer: Hays Social Care
Birmingham City Council is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for Social Workers in the Discharge to Access (D2A) Service. With a strong focus on person-centred practices and opportunities for professional development, employees are empowered to make a meaningful impact in the community while enjoying a healthy work-life balance through hybrid working arrangements. The council's commitment to fostering resilience and independence among citizens, particularly in complex cases within the Homeless Pathway, makes it a rewarding place to grow your career.
