Adults Social Worker - Hospital Team in Powys, Powys

Job Title:
Adults Social Worker - Hospital Team

Specialism:
Adults Social Care

Location:
Powys, UK

Salary:
£37.14 per hour

Type:
Ongoing | Full Time / Part Time

Join our team as an Adults Social Worker - Hospital Team within Adults Social Care in Powys, UK, earning £37.14 hourly. This is an exciting ongoing opportunity for both full-time and part-time roles. Dive into a rewarding career and be at the heart of helping Powys residents make a safe and timely transition from hospital settings.

Perks and benefits:

• Agile Working: Embrace the freedom of a flexible work position with Powys Council, allowing for agile, home-based working arrangements.
• Work-Life Balance: Maximise your work-life balance with a dynamic and flexible approach to working.
• Professional Networking: Gain the chance to expand your professional network and build invaluable relationships with colleagues and partner organisations.
• Career Development: Enjoy opportunities to broaden your skills and knowledge through varied caseloads and professional experiences.
• Locum Flexibility: Benefit from competitive pay without long-term commitment, providing both stability and flexibility.

What you will do:

• Collaborate with Powys residents aged 65 and over to enable their safe discharge from acute hospital settings, adhering to Welsh Government hospital discharge service requirements and using discharge to recover and assess guidance.
• Identify the most suitable discharge pathway for each individual, promoting a ‘What Matters’ strengths-based approach to enhance their independence.
• Communicate effectively with professionals, individuals, families, and carers to agree on the correct discharge pathway and address any barriers preventing timely discharge.
• Work closely with system partners and the Hospital Social Work Team to resolve these barriers, ensuring a smooth transition for Powys residents back to their homes.
• Fulfil statutory obligations under the Mental Capacity Act 2005, the Mental Health Act 1983, the Mental Health Wales Measure 2010, and the Social Services and Wellbeing Wales Act 2014.

Living and working in Powys offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and vibrant community life. Enjoy stunning landscapes, friendly locals, and a lifestyle that allows you to relax and explore. Powys is a gateway to outdoor adventures and offers a peaceful yet enriching environment, making it an ideal place to work and thrive. Make a difference in people's lives while enjoying all that this charming region has to offer.

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Apply now to join Hospital Team in Powys, UK and take the next step in your career with Sanctuary Personnel.