Job summary You will be responsible for the Social Worker Assistant team in the Inpatient Unit (IPU); overseeing discharge planning and the provision of practical, social and emotional support services for patients and their families. You will also act as a resource person for all members of the MDT (Multi-Disciplinary Team) in relation to psychosocial aspects of patient and family care, providing social work support and advice to the Community teams and Outpatient Services. You will participate in the implementation, audit and review of policies procedures and systems for the delivery of an effective specialist palliative care service and lead on / contribute to the development of service improvement initiatives across Rennie Grove Peace Hospice Care. You will provide expert advice, guidance and training for members of the MDT on safeguarding concerns and referrals, maintaining effective links with relevant external partner organisations Main duties of the job The post holder will lead on the practice of social working across Rennie Grove Peace (RGP) demonstrating advanced social work practice, as an independent autonomous practitioner utilising advanced skills to assess, plan and implement social work care. The post holder will oversee practical and psychosocial support to inpatients and their families/carers and the discharge planning process (working with statutory providers of care). The post holder will provide social work support and advice to the Community teams and Outpatient Services, including assisting setting up welfare clinics. The Post holder will line manage the social worker assistant, developing and supervising students, overseeing a team of wellbeing volunteers and ensuring there is adequate cover throughout the week to provide appropriate support for patients, including spiritual care. This post needs an enhanced DBS check as you will be working with children as well as adults, for example through family support. Provide monthly Safeguarding training for clinical staff as part of the clinical induction programme, including MCA, DoLS, chaperone and support the safeguarding lead on relevant audits, policies and guidance regarding these topics. About us If successful, you'll join on the first working Monday of the month so we can best support you with our structured induction programme. For an informal chat about this role please contact Rebecca Varvel, Head of Outpatients/Rehabilitation Clinics, at rebecca.varvelrenniegrovepeace.org Applications will be reviewed and invited to interview as received. We reserve the right to close the advert at any time, therefore we encourage applicants to apply as soon as possible. Our commitment to equality and diversity. At Rennie Grove Peace Hospice Care we strive to continuously demonstrate our values. These values are embedded in our recruitment and selection process and we are fully committed to equality, diversity and inclusion in both our workforce and within our culture. Date posted 20 December 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary £46,148 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number NTX1065922 Job locations Grove House Waverley Road St Albans Herts AL3 5QX Job description Job responsibilities Work as part of Rennie Grove Peace Hospice Care MDT Ensure patients/carers and families holistic needs are assessed and a clear care plan is in place. To proactively contribute to the assessment and documentation of patient/carer and family needs within the Inpatient Unit, focusing on the psychosocial, welfare rights and practical aspects of their care. In partnership with the other team members establish timely and effective support for carers, establishing links and joint working with a network of partner organisations. As a Safeguarding Practitioner, to attend the relevant clinical governance group, attending and contributing to regular meetings, ensuring best practice is followed and audits are completed. To contribute to the updating and new development of policy, procedures and guidelines relating to Social Work & Safeguarding and to keep updated with current regulations & guidelines Job description Job responsibilities Work as part of Rennie Grove Peace Hospice Care MDT Ensure patients/carers and families holistic needs are assessed and a clear care plan is in place. To proactively contribute to the assessment and documentation of patient/carer and family needs within the Inpatient Unit, focusing on the psychosocial, welfare rights and practical aspects of their care. In partnership with the other team members establish timely and effective support for carers, establishing links and joint working with a network of partner organisations. As a Safeguarding Practitioner, to attend the relevant clinical governance group, attending and contributing to regular meetings, ensuring best practice is followed and audits are completed. To contribute to the updating and new development of policy, procedures and guidelines relating to Social Work & Safeguarding and to keep updated with current regulations & guidelines Person Specification Qualifications Essential Qualifications: Minimum of a degree or Dip Q or CQSQ or equivalent. The post holder must be registered with the HCPC. Experience of working in a related care setting. Experience of working as a social worker. Understanding of palliative care and Hospice philosophy. A good understanding of technology with a working knowledge of Microsoft office packages ie Word, Excel and Outlook. Understanding of the ethnic, cultural and religious influences on patients and their families and how these affect (or are affected) by life threatening illness or bereavement. Desirable Qualification in the field of exercise / palliative care / physiotherapy. Experience of being part of a multi professional team. Experience working within palliative care. SystmOne competent. Experience of working with and leading & motivating teams of volunteers. Strong problem-solving skills and able to implement new initiatives. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Qualifications: Minimum of a degree or Dip Q or CQSQ or equivalent. The post holder must be registered with the HCPC. Experience of working in a related care setting. Experience of working as a social worker. Understanding of palliative care and Hospice philosophy. A good understanding of technology with a working knowledge of Microsoft office packages ie Word, Excel and Outlook. Understanding of the ethnic, cultural and religious influences on patients and their families and how these affect (or are affected) by life threatening illness or bereavement. Desirable Qualification in the field of exercise / palliative care / physiotherapy. Experience of being part of a multi professional team. Experience working within palliative care. SystmOne competent. Experience of working with and leading & motivating teams of volunteers. Strong problem-solving skills and able to implement new initiatives. 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Rennie Grove Peace Hospice Care Address Grove House Waverley Road St Albans Herts AL3 5QX Employer's website https://renniegrovepeace.org/ (Opens in a new tab)