Are you an experienced Social Worker looking for an opportunity to truly transform lives? Look no further! At Sanctuary Personnel, we understand the immense impact you can make, and we are here to support you every step of the way. As a dedicated and award-winning recruitment agency with a TrustPilot score of 4.9/5 and nearly 1000 reviews, we believe in the power of personal connections. We are seeking Social Workers with UK experience to join our team and embark on a fulfilling journey with us. Let's connect and explore the incredible possibilities that lie ahead for you.
Location: Lewisham
Team/Specialism: Discharge to Assess
Pay Rate: £32 per hour (assignment rate)
Contract: Locum, 3-Months
Hours: Full-time
Why work with us?
- Effortless Registration: Say goodbye to paperwork! Our fully online and paperless registration service streamlines the process, making it convenient and hassle-free for you.
- Compliance Made Easy: Enjoy peace of mind with our free DBS and compliance service, which includes paid-for mandatory e-learning and practical training modules tailored to your needs.
- Exclusive Opportunities: Unlock access to prestigious Social Work roles that you won't find elsewhere. From collaborating with NHSBT to supporting vital projects at The Home Office and Vaccination Centres or relocating candidates to Australia, The Falkland Islands and many other destinations, our network opens doors to diverse and impactful assignments in the UK and globally.
- Expert Guidance and Support: Benefit from personalised clinical governance and revalidation support from our in-house qualified health professional with over 15 years of experience. We're here to ensure you're always on top of your game.
- Rewarding Referral Program: Spread the word and reap the rewards! Refer a friend with social work experience and receive a generous £250 bonus once they've completed just 100 hours of work. The best part? There's no limit to how many social work friends you can refer.
- Professional Development: Working as a locum in Social Work provides opportunities for continuous professional development. You may encounter new challenges, technologies, and best practices in different settings, which can enhance your clinical skills and knowledge.
Main Duties:
- Assist vulnerable adults in making informed decisions about their resources, support, and services to enhance their quality of life and well-being.
- Engage within Lewisham’s Integrated Health and Social Care model alongside multi-disciplinary teams, including voluntary organizations, to empower independence and personalization.
- Conduct an initial visit within 24 hours to ensure the safety of the individual and determine the appropriate care pathway: Enablement care team (ECT), supported discharge, permanent care package assessment, or no further intervention.
- Conduct assessments and re-assessments aligned with the Care Act 2014, utilizing strength-based approaches to develop person-centered support plans and arrange community-based services for individuals and their caregivers.
- Perform Mental Capacity Assessments and facilitate best interest meetings.
- Safeguard adults at risk of abuse in accordance with Lewisham Council Safeguarding Policy, the Care Act 2014, and Making Safeguarding Personal.
- Advocate for self-directed support and direct payments for all individuals and caregivers.
- Demonstrate knowledge of Continuing Healthcare (CHC) processes and discharge to assess pathways.
- Exhibit proficiency in report writing, recording, and administrative tasks related to assessment and planning, ensuring accurate documentation on relevant IT systems.
- Educate clients on support process changes, provider concerns, complaints procedures, and safeguarding awareness.
- Inform individuals about the Adult Social Care Charging Policy and make appropriate referrals for financial assessments.
- Communicate effectively and inclusively with individuals who have communication needs or language barriers to ensure equal access to opportunities.
Requirements of the Social Worker:
- Degree or equivalent in social work
- Current Social Work England registration
- Significant frontline experience in Adults Services within the UK
Contact:
This Social Worker job is advertised by Ashley McSheen. If you are interested in this position, please click above to apply now.
We welcome applications from Social Workers who meet the above requirements.
Please note that while we regretfully can only respond to experienced Social Work candidates who meet the specified requirements for this role, we encourage you to explore our open roles that may be more suitable for you.
Reasonable Adjustments:
At Sanctuary Personnel, we value inclusivity and diversity. If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement.
Transform lives and make a difference as a Social Worker with Sanctuary Personnel. Apply now to embark on an exceptional career journey!
