Advanced Social Work Practitioner - Adults Hospital Team - Barnsley - Sanctuary Personal

Advanced Social Work Practitioner - Adults Hospital Team

Job Title: Advanced Social Work Practitioner - Adults Hospital Team
Location: Barnsley
Salary: £37 Hourly Type: Locum with Ongoing opportunities

Here lies a fantastic opportunity for an adept Advanced Social Work Practitioner to be an integral part of our vibrant Adults Hospital Team in beautiful Barnsley. Dive into a role where you'll work three days a week onsite, collaborating closely with health professionals across various discharge pathways. This opening offers you the chance to enrich your skills while making a genuine impact within community health care.

Perks and benefits

• Hourly Salary: With an impressive £37 per hour, your expertise is rewarded as you make a positive difference in people's lives.
• Flexibility: Enjoy the adaptability that locum work brings, allowing you to find the work-life balance that suits you.
• Professional Growth: This role offers a platform to develop your leadership skills and gain further specialist knowledge.
• Diverse Experience: Collaborate with a variety of health and social care professionals, expanding your professional network and expertise.
• Supportive Environment: Work within a dedicated team environment that values continuous learning and innovation.

What you will do

• Lead and support the hospital social work team, ensuring excellent service delivery.
• Attend daily meetings with health partners to discuss and plan patient discharge processes.
• Balance individual needs with healthcare pressures in line with integrated care board partnerships.
• Carry a small caseload alongside your line management responsibilities, maintaining a hands on approach.
• Collaborate efficiently with health partners to ensure safe and timely patient discharges.
• Undertake Care Act, Capacity, and Best Interest Assessments as required.

What we're looking for

• Significant hospital social work experience with adults and comprehensive knowledge of discharge processes.
• Proven ability to manage and supervise social work staff, fostering a cooperative team climate.
• Expertise in collaborative working to ensure safe, timely discharges in partnership with health systems.
• Strong proficiency in IT systems including Liquid Logic and Excel.
• Thorough understanding of relevant legislation such as the Mental Capacity Act 2005, Human Rights Act 1998, and Care Act 2014.
• Competence in working with complex needs including substance misuse, homelessness, and mental capacity issues.
• Confidence in decision making, staff supervision, and caseload management.

Barnsley offers a rich quality of life, blending a lively community spirit with stunning natural surroundings. This is a place where professional opportunities meet cultural delights, making it a truly appealing destination to advance your career and enjoy life beyond the office. Join us and be part of something special.

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