Social Worker

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Social Worker to join our enthusiastic Home Safe Hospital Discharge Service working at Wansbeck General Hospital.

Whilst the post will predominantly be based at Wansbeck General Hospital we will require the successful candidate to be flexible in providing service cover at other hospitals across the County in particular Blyth Community Hospital and Northumbria Specialist Emergency Care Hospital as well as Newcastle Hospitals.

The post will be 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 relationship to comprehensively assess complex psychosocial need, set objectives, develop care plans and deliver appropriate interventions to facilitate safe hospital discharges. You will complete Urgent Needs Assessment, 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 part time position is £38626- £42708 pro rata.

About us

Northumberland County Councils (NCC) vision is Land of Great Opportunities, for current and future generations. We believe there is no better place to live and work. For further information about working for NCC, please visit our website here.

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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