JOB-20240819-db742659 Job Title: Advanced Social Work Practitioner - Adults Hospital Team Location: Barnsley Salary: £37 Hourly Type: Locum with Ongoing opportunities Here lies a fantastic opportunity for an adept Advanced Social Work Practitioner to be an integral part of our vibrant Adults Hospital Team in beautiful Barnsley. Dive into a role where you'll work three days a week onsite, collaborating closely with health professionals across various discharge pathways. This opening offers you the chance to enrich your skills while making a genuine impact within community health care. Perks and benefits: - Hourly Salary: With an impressive £37 per hour, your expertise is rewarded as you make a positive difference in people's lives. - Flexibility: Enjoy the adaptability that locum work brings, allowing you to find the work-life balance that suits you. - Professional Growth: This role offers a platform to develop your leadership skills and gain further specialist knowledge. - Diverse Experience: Collaborate with a variety of health and social care professionals, expanding your professional network and expertise. - Supportive Environment: Work within a dedicated team environment that values continuous learning and innovation. What you will do: - Lead and support the hospital social work team, ensuring excellent service delivery. - Attend daily meetings with health partners to discuss and plan patient discharge processes. - Balance individual needs with healthcare pressures in line with integrated care board partnerships. - Carry a small caseload alongside your line management responsibilities, maintaining a hands-on approach. - Collaborate efficiently with health partners to ensure safe and timely patient discharges. - Undertake Care Act, Capacity, and Best Interest Assessments as required. What we're looking for: - Significant hospital social work experience with adults and comprehensive knowledge of discharge processes. - Proven ability to manage and supervise social work staff, fostering a cooperative team climate. - Expertise in collaborative working to ensure safe, timely discharges in partnership with health systems. - Strong proficiency in IT systems including Liquid Logic and Excel. - Thorough understanding of relevant legislation such as the Mental Capacity Act 2005, Human Rights Act 1998, and Care Act 2014. - Competence in working with complex needs including substance misuse, homelessness, and mental capacity issues. - Confidence in decision-making, staff supervision, and caseload management. Barnsley offers a rich quality of life, blending a lively community spirit with stunning natural surroundings. This is a place where professional opportunities meet cultural delights, making it a truly appealing destination to advance your career and enjoy life beyond the office. Join us and be part of something special. Working with Sanctuary Personnel: Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an 'Excellent' rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience.