Overview
Are you ready to embark on a fulfilling journey in the world of social work? We are seeking an experienced Social Worker to join our Hospital Discharge Team. Positioned in three acute hospitals, our teams provide crucial advice, assessments, and discharge planning, ensuring safe and timely transfers of care through a collaborative, multi‑disciplinary approach.
Responsibilities
* Conduct complex assessments and serve as an Investigating Officer in safeguarding cases.
* Apply expertise in the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and the Care Act 2014.
* Undertake social work/social care assessment with customers to support the discharge planning process.
* Plan the provision of support and/or services with customers to assist them in meeting their outcomes and living as independently as possible, fulfilling their individual potential.
* Support carers to continue in their role.
* Deliver this service in accordance with statutory responsibilities as set out within NHS & Social Care Legislation and the eligibility criteria for the service agreed by Wiltshire Council.
* Ensure that the primary responsibility of safeguarding vulnerable adults is delivered in accordance with the law, local policy, and guidance.
* Provide professional supervision and support to Level 2 Social Workers and Customer Coordinators working within the same locality/environment.
* Uphold standards of practice for Social Workers registered with Social Work England and in accordance with Codes of Conduct.
Qualifications
* At least 2 years of post‑qualifying experience.
* Social Work England registration.
* Confidence in offering peer supervision and support to fellow social workers and Social Care Practitioners.
* First‑class knowledge of relevant legislation.
Benefits & Working Conditions
Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a ‘One Council’ ethos. Our hybrid working model means office staff are on site for at least half their hours, community‑based staff carry out at least half their admin time in a workplace, and customer‑facing roles work entirely from their service location.
We are committed to creating a workplace where positive relationships thrive and everyone feels engaged, supported and able to do their best. We do not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect, guided by our vision and Our Identity.
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