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JOB-20240819-db742659

Job Title: Integrated Hospital Team Social Worker
Specialism: Integrated Hospital Team
Location: Islington, UK
Salary: £33.73 per hour
Salary Type: Hourly
Job Type: Locum, Full Time, Ongoing

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Integrated Hospital Team Social Worker to join the Take Home and Settle Service in Islington. This ongoing full-time locum role offers an excellent hourly rate of £33.73 and provides the opportunity to play a vital role in supporting adults through safe and effective hospital discharge. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will help individuals regain independence, coordinate appropriate support, and ensure seamless transitions from hospital to home.

Perks and benefits:

• Locum Job: Enjoy the flexibility of locum work, allowing you to maintain a healthy work-life balance while gaining valuable experience across different services.
• Competitive Pay: Earn £33.73 per hour, recognising your expertise and commitment to delivering high-quality adult social care.
• Learning and Development: Access ongoing training, supervision, and professional development opportunities to strengthen your skills and support career progression.
• Networking Opportunities: Work collaboratively with professionals across health, social care, and community services, expanding your multidisciplinary experience.
• Supportive Working Environment: Join a dedicated and experienced team committed to achieving positive outcomes for adults leaving hospital.

What you will do:

• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to support timely, safe, and person-centred hospital discharges.
• Complete Care Act 2014 assessments, reviews, and strengths-based support planning for adults with a range of complex needs.
• Undertake Mental Capacity Act (MCA) assessments and contribute to Best Interests decision-making where appropriate.
• Manage a complex caseload, ensuring effective care coordination and timely intervention.
• Promote independence by identifying community resources, support services, and preventative interventions that reduce the need for long-term care.
• Lead and contribute to safeguarding enquiries, ensuring vulnerable adults are protected while promoting choice and autonomy.
• Provide professional advice and guidance to colleagues, NHS partners, independent providers, service users, carers, and other stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate, comprehensive, and timely case records in accordance with organisational policies and statutory requirements.
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, discharge planning meetings, case conferences, and service development initiatives.
• Engage in regular supervision, reflective practice, and continuing professional development to enhance service delivery and professional practice.

Requirements:

• A recognised Social Work qualification.
• Current registration with Social Work England.
• Previous experience within Adult Social Care, preferably in hospital discharge, integrated hospital teams, or community services.
• Sound knowledge of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, safeguarding legislation, and relevant adult social care frameworks.
• Excellent assessment, care planning, communication, and partnership working skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a fast-paced multidisciplinary environment.

Islington is one of London's most vibrant and diverse boroughs, offering an excellent mix of historic charm, cultural attractions, green spaces, and outstanding transport links. With its thriving community atmosphere and commitment to high-quality public services, Islington provides an exceptional environment to develop your career while making a meaningful difference to local residents.

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