ASW - Social Work Officer PO1 - Social Care Non-Qualified

ASW – Social Work Officer (PO1) - Hybrid Role

Department: Adult Social Care – Integrated Care – Hospital Triage Team Location: Haringey, London Pay Rate: £27.91 per hour (Umbrella) Working Pattern: Hybrid – 3 days in the office and 2 days working remotely Job Type: Temporary / Contract

Job Overview

Haringey Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Social Work Officer (PO1) to join its busy Hospital Triage Team within Adult Social Care.

This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated social care professional with experience working in a fast-paced Hospital Discharge Team, supporting adults to leave hospital safely, promptly and with appropriate care and support arrangements in place.

Working under the direction of qualified Social Workers and Team Managers, you will undertake low to moderate complexity casework, support Care Act assessments, contribute to Mental Capacity Act processes and assist with safeguarding activities and discharge planning.

You will play a key role in supporting hospital flow, preventing unnecessary admissions and avoiding delays in discharge. Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary health and social care professionals, families, carers, housing teams and community providers, you will help ensure residents receive appropriate, person-centred support that promotes independence, dignity and wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

• Support discharge planning for adults requiring social care intervention following hospital admission.

• Undertake non-complex Care Act assessments, reviews, reassessments and support planning under appropriate supervision.

• Gather and analyse information to support qualified Social Workers with assessments and care planning.

• Coordinate referrals and arrange services, including domiciliary care, residential and nursing placements, reablement and community support.

• Support Mental Capacity Act processes, including capacity assessments and best-interest documentation, where appropriate.

• Assist with safeguarding enquiries and related activities under the guidance of qualified practitioners.

• Liaise with patients, families, carers, health professionals and external providers to facilitate safe and timely discharges.

• Identify and address barriers to discharge, supporting effective hospital flow and same-day discharge initiatives.

• Maintain accurate, timely and auditable electronic case records.

• Support A&E discharge pathways, admission avoidance and enhanced discharge arrangements.

• Contribute to the effective delivery of a seven-day hospital discharge service where required.

• Promote strengths-based practice, independence, choice, dignity and positive outcomes for adults and their carers.

• Work collaboratively across health and social care services while ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, policies and procedures.

Essential Experience and Requirements

• Previous experience working within a fast-paced Hospital Discharge Team is essential.

• Experience supporting adult social care assessments, reviews and discharge planning.

• Good understanding of the Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act 2005.

• Knowledge of adult safeguarding procedures and responsibilities.

• Experience coordinating care packages, placements and community-based support services.

• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and liaise confidently with health and social care professionals.

• Strong organisational, communication and case-recording skills.

• Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced hospital environment.

• A person-centred approach, with a strong commitment to promoting independence, dignity and wellbeing.

• Must have a UK passport or a full right to work in the UK.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join Haringey's Adult Social Care service and make a meaningful difference to residents during a critical stage of their care journey. You will play an important role in improving hospital discharge outcomes, supporting independence and helping reduce unnecessary delays in hospital settings.

For more information, please contact Shivashni Govender at LinsCare