An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Social Worker to join our enthusiastic Home Safe Hospital Discharge Service working at Hexham General Hospital.
Whilst the post will predominantly be based at Hexham General Hospital, we will require the successful candidate to be flexible in providing service cover at other hospitals across the County and out of area i.e. Newcastle Hospitals.
The post is 37 hours per week on a permanent contract basis.
Main duties of the job
The Role:
You will work alongside and in partnership with individuals, families and carers using a range of interpersonal and communication skills in relation to comprehensively assess complex psychosocial needs, set objectives, develop care plans and deliver appropriate interventions to facilitate safe hospital discharges. You will complete Urgent Needs Assessments, Mental Capacity Assessments and collaborate with a range of external services to access any resources required to meet the care and support needs you have identified.
As you work to provide a comprehensive assessment, you will benefit from a good balance of autonomy and support. You will be responsible for the day-to-day management of your caseload but will have regular supervision and the full support of your Team Manager.
It is essential that you have a clear understanding of the Care Act and the Local Authorities statutory duties. We are committed to protecting and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment.
The salary range for this full-time position is £38,626 - £42,708.
Minimum Requirements
* Social Work Degree
* Social Work Registration with Social Work England
* Have completed your ASYE year
* Valid UK driving licence
About us
Northumberland County Council's (NCC) vision is Land of Great Opportunities, for current and future generations. We believe there is no better place to live and work.
Why choose us? We have some outstanding benefits and perks to offer you, including:
* 26 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years of service (pro rata for part-time employees)
* Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
* Flexi scheme (if applicable) up to 2 days flexible leave available per month (pro rata for part-time employees)
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Job responsibilities
For further information on this role, please use the attached job description and person specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* You must have a Social Work Degree
* Social Work Registration with Social Work England
* You must have completed your ASYE year.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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