Qualified Social Worker - Adults Hospital Discharge To Assess (d2a) in Manchester, Lancashire

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Qualified Social Worker within the Adults Hospital Discharge to Assess (D2A) South Team in Wythenshawe, Manchester. This locum position is ongoing, offering a competitive salary of £30 per hour. Dive into a fulfilling role that challenges and enriches your capabilities while allowing you to enjoy the flexibility and excitement of locum work.

Perks and benefits:

• Experience the joy of competitive pay that truly recognises and appreciates your expertise and dedication.
• You'll have the opportunity to grow professionally while engaging in a fulfilling role.
• Enjoy the flexibility of shifts that let you effortlessly balance your professional and personal life.
• Immerse yourself in a vibrant work environment where support and teamwork are key.
• Each day promises variety and challenge, broadening your skills and making a genuine difference in the lives of others.

What you will do:

- Conduct care act assessments and timely reviews for citizens discharged from the hospital.
- Complete Mental Capacity assessments and facilitate best interest decisions.
- Support safeguarding procedures with a critical and knowledgeable approach.
- Review packages of care implemented by the hospital team and assess long-term support needs.
- Work collaboratively with City Council colleagues, partner agencies, and stakeholders to manage and plan present and future risk situations.
- Develop and supervise students and trainees, contributing to the development of staff.

Key Role Accountabilities:

- Build and manage relationships with service users and their families in line with statutory obligations.
- Assess and plan service users' individual needs for positive outcomes.
- Develop effective solutions, engage with stakeholders, and maintain accurate records.
- Manage resources to ensure service delivery improvement and engage in diversity initiatives positively.

Role Portfolio:

Work as a part of the Discharge to Assess Team to support the safe and timely transfer of care. Collaborate with health colleagues across hospital settings, intermediate care units, and the community to promote independence and ensure a strength-based approach. Take accountability for complex decision making in a diverse and ever-challenging environment.

Technical Requirements:

- Social Work Qualification
- Registration with the Health Care Professionals Council (HCPC)
- Willingness to consent to an enhanced DBS check
- Ability and willingness to travel within the City of Manchester

Why Manchester?

Living and working in Manchester offers an extraordinary blend of vibrant cultural experiences, rich industrial heritage, and a dynamic urban environment. With its bustling communities, excellent transport links, and renowned dining and leisure opportunities, Manchester is a city that inspires innovation and development, making it a fantastic place to live and grow your career.

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