Overview
Sanctuary Personnel is seeking a Social Worker to join the Hospital Discharge Team in Scunthorpe on a full-time locum contract.
Location: Scunthorpe, UK
Contract: 3 months, full-time
Salary: £35 per hour
This role involves supporting patient transitions from hospital to home, ensuring care plans align with patients’ needs and wishes within a fast-paced hospital environment.
What you will do
* Participate in home visits and complete Care Act Assessments to determine community care needs.
* Efficiently liaise with Scunthorpe General Hospital's integrated discharge team to facilitate seamless patient discharges.
* Conduct Mental Capacity Assessments and Best Interest Decisions where necessary to protect patient welfare.
* Manage a caseload with varying complexity, providing tailored interventions that promote independence and well-being.
* Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to identify innovative solutions for patient support and discharge.
* Maintain comprehensive records following all regulatory requirements and best practices.
Living and working in Scunthorpe offers a unique opportunity with access to countryside, community amenities and local culture.
About Sanctuary Personnel
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