Join Our Team: Adult Social Worker - Hospital Discharge
Newcastle City Council - Adult Social Care
Are you a dedicated and experienced Adult Social Worker passionate about supporting adults to achieve safe, timely, and effective discharges from hospital?
This is a rewarding and fast-paced role where you will be at the forefront of enabling adults to return to their communities with the right support, promoting their independence, well being, and ensuring a "Home First" approach wherever possible. You will work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary environment, liaising closely with health colleagues, individuals, their families, and carers to deliver person-centred outcomes.
About the Role:
As an Adult Social Worker in our Hospital Discharge Team, your key responsibilities will include:
Proactively managing and coordinating the discharge process for adults with diverse and complex needs, including those requiring intermediate care or reablement services.
Conducting comprehensive, person-centred assessments of care and support needs, including undertaking Mental Capacity Act assessments and Best Interest decisions where appropriate, to inform robust discharge planning
Working collaboratively with individuals, their families, and multi-disciplinary partners to create, implement, and review effective, strengths-based discharge and support plans that promote independence and choice.
Actively exploring and implementing solutions that enable individuals to return to their own homes or familiar community settings with appropriate support.
Building and maintaining strong working relationships with health care professionals across acute trusts and community health services, as well as with housing providers, voluntary sector organisations, and internal council services.
Identifying and responding appropriately to safeguarding concerns, ensuring adherence to relevant legislation, local policies, and procedures.About You:
We are looking for a resilient, adaptable, and enthusiastic professional who possesses:
A recognised Social Work qualification (e.g., Degree in Social Work, DipSW, CQSW, or equivalent).
Current registration with Social Work England.
Proven post-qualifying experience in adult social care, ideally within a hospital discharge, intermediate care, or other fast-paced, multi-disciplinary setting.
A strong understanding and practical application of relevant legislation, including the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and safeguarding procedures.
Excellent assessment, analytical, risk management, and care planning skills.How to Apply:
If you are a qualified and experienced Social Worker ready for a challenging and rewarding role within a supportive and forward-thinking council, we encourage you to apply.
For an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact: Lara on (phone number removed)
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