Job Description
Social Worker - Mental Health, Hospital Discharge | Wrexham County Borough Council
Are you a highly skilled and compassionate Social Worker with expertise in Mental Health and Hospital Discharge? Wrexham County Borough Council is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join their vital team, focusing on the seamless transition and ongoing support for individuals with mental health needs.
Pay Rate: £46.62 per hour
About the Role:
As a Social Worker specialising in Mental Health and Hospital Discharge, you will play a crucial role in assessing, planning, and coordinating safe and timely discharges for individuals from hospital settings, ensuring they receive the appropriate support within the community. Your responsibilities will typically include:
* Conducting comprehensive assessments of individuals' mental health, social care needs, and capacity, adhering to relevant legislation (e.g., Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act).
* Developing robust discharge plans in collaboration with service users, families, carers, and multi-disciplinary teams (MDT) including health professionals.
* Identifying and coordinating access to suitable community-based services and ongoing support to promote recovery and prevent readmission.
* Managing complex cases, including those involving safeguarding concerns for vulnerable adults.
* Acting as a key point of contact for service users and their families during the hospital stay and transition to community care.
* Maintaining accurate and timely records, and contributing to team meetings and reviews.
What We're Looking For:
* A Social Work Degree or equivalent relevant degree.
* At least 2 years of post-qualifying experience working with adults in mental health services, with significant experience in hospital discharge planning, in the UK.
* Registered with Social Care Wales.
* An up-to-date DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service).
Benefits of Working with Us:
When you join us, you'll benefit from:
* Dedicated Consultant: Your single point of contact to assist you throughout your placement.
* Accredited Training: Stay current with essential training including manual handling, health and safety at work, conflict management, and safeguarding vulnerable adults/children.
* Weekly Payroll: Receive your pay consistently and promptly.
* Competitive Pay Rates: Enjoy attractive hourly rates.
* Flexible Shifts: Opportunities for both full-time and part-time work.
* Top Local Authority: Work with a leading local authority in Wrexham.
* Weekly Mailers: Keep up-to-date with new local posts and opportunities.
* Referral Bonus: Earn up to £300 for referring a friend or colleague (T&Cs apply).
Interested?
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