Our client Sefton MBC is looking for an Adults Social Worker to join their Hospital team.
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Adult Social Worker - Hospital Team Job Description
Job title: Adult Social Worker - Hospital Team
Role purpose:
To provide professional social work support to adults in hospital, helping patients and their families address social care, safeguarding, wellbeing and discharge needs. The role involves working closely with health and social care professionals to ensure patients can leave hospital safely and with appropriate support.
Key responsibilities
Complete assessments of adults' social care and support needs.
Develop and review care and support plans.
Support safe and timely hospital discharge.
Assess patients' ability to manage safely at home and identify appropriate support.
Arrange or coordinate care packages, residential or nursing placements and community support where appropriate.
Work with patients, families, carers and other professionals to identify solutions.
Undertake safeguarding assessments and respond to concerns about abuse or neglect.
Promote independence, choice, dignity and person-centred care.
Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and discharge planning.
Liaise with hospitals, local authorities, care providers, community teams and voluntary organisations.
Maintain accurate and confidential records in accordance with professional and organisational requirements.
Complete assessments and make appropriate professional decisions in line with relevant legislation and local policies.
Manage a caseload effectively and prioritise urgent or high-risk situations.
Provide information, advice and advocacy to patients and their families.
Contribute to improving services and supporting positive outcomes for adults.
Benefits of working with Remedy
A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant.
Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs
Referral bonus - up to £250* per person placed.
Double payrolls each week.
*Terms & Conditions apply
You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions. xgikmsk
Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone w...
Adults Social Worker - Hospital team in Netherton employer: Remedy Social Work
Brent Council is an exceptional employer for Qualified Social Workers, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises professional development and employee well-being. With a strong commitment to community engagement and a focus on strengths-based practice, employees have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while benefiting from ongoing training and collaboration with dedicated professionals. Located in a vibrant area, Brent Council provides a unique environment where social workers can thrive and contribute to enhancing the lives of residents.
