Social Worker – Hospital Discharge Team

Social Worker – Hospital Discharge Team

Location:

East Surrey Hospital & Crawley Hospital, West Sussex

Pay Rate: £38.00 per hour OR £35.00 per hour + £150 weekly expenses (subject to eligibility)

Contract:

Temporary / Agency

Working Arrangement:
Hybrid – Approximately 3 days hospital-based and 2 days remote/community-based

Service Care Solutions is currently recruiting experienced Hospital Social Workers to join the Adult Social Care Hospital Teams covering East Surrey Hospital and Crawley Hospital . This is an excellent opportunity for qualified Social Workers with experience in Adult Social Care, Hospital Discharge, Safeguarding or Community Social Work to join a supportive multidisciplinary service focused on achieving positive outcomes for vulnerable adults.

The successful candidates will play a vital role in facilitating safe and timely hospital discharges, undertaking statutory assessments and supporting individuals to regain independence following hospital admission. The position offers a hybrid working arrangement, with approximately three days per week based in hospital and two days working remotely or undertaking community visits. Candidates must be flexible to work across Northern Hospitals as required.

• Undertaking comprehensive, strengths-based assessments in accordance with the Care Act 2014.
• Supporting safe, effective and timely hospital discharge planning.
• Completing Mental Capacity Assessments in accordance with the Mental Capacity Act 2005.
• Managing complex cases involving vulnerable adults with varying care and support needs.
• Developing and reviewing person-centred care and support plans to promote independence.
• Undertaking safeguarding enquiries and contributing to safeguarding procedures under Section 42 of the Care Act 2014.
• Working collaboratively with NHS professionals, Occupational Therapists, discharge coordinators, families and community services.
• Identifying and managing risks using proportionate, strengths-based and risk-enablement approaches.
• Supporting individuals transitioning from hospital into community settings, residential care or other appropriate placements.
• Maintaining accurate case records and documentation in accordance with statutory and organisational requirements.
• Providing informal guidance, mentoring and support to less experienced colleagues and students where appropriate.

• A recognised Social Work qualification (Degree, Diploma or equivalent).
• Current registration with Social Work England.
• Previous post-qualifying experience within Adult Social Care.
• Experience of Hospital Discharge, Community Social Work, Adult Safeguarding or similar statutory services.
• Strong working knowledge of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005 and relevant safeguarding legislation.
• Experience undertaking statutory assessments, care planning and risk assessments.
• Excellent communication, organisational and multidisciplinary working skills.
• Ability to manage a complex caseload and prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Confidence working independently and collaboratively with health and social care professionals.
• Flexibility to undertake hospital and community visits as required.

Two competitive payment options are available:

• Option 1 – £38.00 per hour. Competitive hourly rate of £38.00. Hybrid working arrangements. Opportunity to work across hospital and community settings.
• Option 2 – £35.00 per hour + £150 Weekly Expenses. Hourly rate of £35.00. Additional £150 per week in expenses for eligible candidates based outside West Sussex. Expenses are subject to eligibility and applicable terms.

Working Pattern:
Approximately 3 days per week hospital-based. Approximately 2 days remote working or undertaking community visits. Flexibility to work across Northern Hospitals where service requirements dictate.

• Competitive agency pay rates.
• Access to Social Work opportunities across the UK.
• Dedicated recruitment support throughout the application and placement process.
• Assistance with interview preparation and onboarding.
• Access to permanent, temporary and locum opportunities across Adults' and Children's Social Care.
• Opportunities to develop your experience within supportive local authority services.