South Tyneside Council - Hospital Discharge Team in Newcastle upon Tyne

Social Worker - Adult Social Care - Hospital Discharge Team Organisation: South Tyneside Council South Tyneside are seeking a dedicated and passionate Social Worker to join their Adult Social Care team. In this role, you will manage a varied case load, including adults with complex needs and those whose circumstances may place their personal liberty or safety at risk. You will work collaboratively with individuals, carers, and multi-agency partners to formulate outcome-focused, person-centred support plans that maximise abilities and safeguard well-being. Key Responsibilities: Undertake needs assessments and co-produce care and support plans tailored to identified outcomes and resource allocations. Promote strength-based approaches, direct payments, individual budgets, and community/universal resources to foster independence. Put the Making Safeguarding Personal ethos at the heart of your practice, undertaking Safeguarding Adults investigations in line with local procedures when required. Proactively manage your caseload, reviewing support packages regularly to ensure appropriate, cost-effective care is delivered for only as long as needed. Build strong networks within the local community and liaise effectively with health partners, agencies, and non-care services. Produce high-quality reports, maintain accurate records, and represent the service as a witness in court proceedings when required. Actively participate in reflective supervision/appraisals, stay current with legislation, and support less experienced team members. To succeed in this role, you will need - A recognised Social Work qualification and active registration with Social Work England (or equivalent HCPC registration standards). A commitment to empowering individuals, positive risk management, and the Making Safeguarding Personal framework. Ability to manage complex caseloads, carry out adult safeguarding investigations, and navigate multi-agency environments. Excellent communication skills, strong report-writing abilities, and high standards of data quality.<...