Qualified Adults Social Worker | Hospital Assessment & Community Review Team | Romford
To be considered, it is essential that you have a recognised Social Work qualification (Social Work Degree or Diploma in Social Work) and full Social Work England registration as well as recent or significant relevant experience in a similar role.
The role will primarily support the acute hospitals and also our linked community hospitals. We operate under a trusted assessor and discharge to assess model, with social workers supporting the very complex hospital discharges. Follow up assessments under the Care Act 2014, are also a part of the teams remit, to establish long term needs post discharge. Our service runs from 9am-5pm Monday to Friday and 9am-5pm on Saturday with the potential for some Sunday working, we can offer a flexible working pattern and part time or full-time hours. If you are looking for a role that makes a real difference to someone's journey out of hospital back to their home or help them to decide on what support they want and need going forward, then apply now. You will need previous experience in adult social services, with a keen interest in hospital discharges. This area of social work has changed significantly and is in constant flux, so a positive history of managing change within a multidisciplinary setting is desirable. We are looking for people with confident assessment skills, knowledge of the relevant legislation such as the Care Act and the Mental Capacity Act and an understanding of continuing healthcare process.
If you are interested in discussing this position in more detail please call Davina Cripps on 07385 031109 or email Davina.Cripps@caritas-recruitment.com
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