Richmond & Wands - QSW - Hospital Discharge Team - £32 p/h Umb

Eden Brown Synergy are currently looking for an experienced Qualified Social Worker to join the Hospital Discharge Team, based at St George's Hospital, Tooting.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage an allocated caseload of adults requiring support with hospital discharge and ongoing care needs.
• Undertake comprehensive Care Act assessments, reviews, and care and support planning.
• Assess individual needs, risks, strengths, and eligibility and arrange appropriate care and support.
• Work collaboratively with health professionals to facilitate safe and timely hospital discharge.
• Undertake Mental Capacity Assessments and Best Interests decision-making where required.
• Identify and respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns.
• Work closely with patients, families, carers, health professionals, housing, and other partner agencies.
• Promote independence, prevention, and strengths-based approaches when developing support plans.
• Maintain accurate case recordings, assessments, reviews, and reports in line with statutory requirements.
• Ensure work is completed within required timescales and in accordance with relevant legislation and local procedures.

Working Pattern

WFH, with an expectation to be in the office at least 3 days per week.

Location: St George's Hospital, Tooting

Pay Rate

£32 p/h Umbrella

Essential Requirements

• Social Work England (SWE) registration.
• Social Work qualification.
• Previous experience relevant to Adult Social Care, Hospital Discharge, or Hospital Social Work.
• Experience completing Care Act assessments, reviews, care planning, and risk assessments.
• Knowledge and practical experience of the Mental Capacity Act and safeguarding procedures.
• Strong multi-agency working and communication skills.

Benefits

• Support from an experienced recruitment consultant.
• Access to further social work opportunities through Eden Brown Synergy.
• £300 referral bonus - refer a qualified Social Worker to Eden Brown Synergy and receive £300 when the referral meets the relevant terms and conditions.

Please apply with an up-to-date CV for immediate consideration.

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Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.

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