Discharge to Assess Social Worker

Stable Contracts 6 months+ | Supportive Management | Hybrid Working

Are you looking for a meaningful role where your expertise in social work helps patients transition safely from hospital to home or community care, including those with complex needs?

Enjoy the flexibility of working hours that help you achieve a better work-life balance, contributing to a healthier lifestyle and improved mental well-being. This setup gives you more time for personal activities and reduces the stress of long commutes and rigid schedules.

With our minimum 6-month contracts, you can work with confidence, knowing you won’t have to worry about contract extensions or early terminations, as long as you're meeting expectations.

Join a team where your contributions are truly valued, in a culture that fosters both personal and professional growth. You ll have the opportunity to work on complex, long-term cases that make a tangible difference in patients’ lives.

• Conduct assessments of patients in hospital, including those on Pathway 3, to plan safe and effective discharges.
• Develop and implement short- and long-term care plans for patients with complex needs, supporting independence and well-being.
• Work in partnership with multidisciplinary teams, external agencies, and community services to provide coordinated care.
• Provide guidance and support to patients, families, and carers throughout the discharge process.
• Manage complex cases, using your strong analytical, interpersonal, and decision-making skills to ensure safe and effective outcomes.
• Contribute to improving discharge pathways, processes, and care planning for complex patient needs.

Leaders in Care offer competitive rates, backed by a service that has earned over 500 five-star Google reviews. We provide weekly check-ins, support during your placement, and a market-leading timesheet and payroll system, so you won’t need to stress about when your pay will clear.

• You must hold a Social Work Qualification and be registered with SWE.
• Experience in hospital social work, discharge planning, or community care is highly desirable.
• Experience working with Pathway 3 patients
  , complex cases, or ongoing care needs.
• Strong ability to work in partnership with multidisciplinary teams and external agencies
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If this opportunity fits your career goals, please send your CV and availability to or call . We’d love to hear from you!

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