Social Worker / Health Liaison Worker - Adults Team - Merton - Sanctuary Personal

Social Worker - Adults Multi-Disciplinary Team

Job Title: Social Worker / Health Liaison Worker – Adults Team
Specialism: Social Worker – Adults
Location: Merton, UK
Salary: £39.00 per hour
Type: Part Time / Full Time (Ongoing)

Job Opportunity: Social Worker / Health Liaison Worker – Adults Team within Social Worker – Adults in Merton (UK), earning £39.00 per hour. Part Time / Full Time. Ongoing.

Exciting news for qualified Social Workers and Health Liaison Workers! The London Borough of Merton is on the hunt for an experienced individual to join the Adults team. This role involves working across adult social care and health services, promoting seamless coordination between health professionals, social workers, service users, carers, and partner agencies. If you’re ready to make a tangible difference and drive positive outcomes for the community, this could be the perfect role for you!

Perks and benefits

• Part Time / Full Time: Enjoy the flexibility to balance work with life’s commitments, choosing an arrangement that suits you best.
• Hourly Pay: Benefit from a competitive hourly rate, providing you with financial flexibility and control.
• Professional Growth: Gain invaluable experience in a varied role, enhancing your skills and expertise in both social care and health services.
• Vibrant Location: Work in a dynamic and culturally rich part of London, offering ample opportunities for work-life balance.
• Networking Opportunities: Collaborate closely with a wide range of health and social care professionals, enhancing your professional network.

What you will do

• Undertake Care Act assessments, reviews and reassessments for adults with varying health and social care needs.
• Develop and review person-centred care and support plans, ensuring outcomes are clearly identified and monitored.
• Work collaboratively with health professionals, including GPs, nurses, and mental health professionals.
• Serve as a liaison between health and social care services, ensuring effective communication and information sharing.
• Support adults in maximising independence, choice, control, and quality of life.
• Identify safeguarding concerns and take timely, appropriate actions in accordance with procedures.
• Coordinate hospital discharge and transitions between services when required.
• Engage with service users, families, and carers to identify suitable community resources.
• Consider eligibility for services and recommend appropriate care options.
• Maintain detailed, timely case records and documentation.
• Prepare professional reports and contribute to multidisciplinary meetings and reviews.
• Assist in preventing unnecessary hospital admissions and promote safe community reintegration.
• Advocate for strengths-based and preventative approaches to adult social care.
• Support individuals with complex or multiple needs, ensuring equality and dignity are upheld.
• Manage a caseload efficiently, prioritising according to risk and statutory requirements.

Why Merton

Living and working in Merton offers a unique blend of urban vibrancy and peaceful green spaces, making it an ideal place to balance work with leisure. With excellent transport links, you’ll find exploring the treasures of London both convenient and exciting. Merton’s rich history and diverse culture provide endless opportunities for personal and professional development. Join us in our mission to create a supportive, connected community for adults needing social care and health services.