Hospital Social Worker Bridgend

Qualified Social Worker - Hospital Discharge

Based at Princess of Wales Hospital

Pay rate £35 per hour payrolled via Umbrella (PAYE equivalent available)

A Qualified Social Worker with a current DBS is required to support the hospital social work function at the Princess of Wales Hospital, Social Services department. You will be required to assess people on hospital wards in a fast paced environment which can be challenging and stressful however rewarding. This role is offering an ASAP start, and a 3 month contract. Pay rate is competitive and subject to experience. Full time candidates are required, and you will need to be based on site at the POW. Experience PQ is required for this role in facilitating discharges, as well as candidates who have completed their CPEL.

You will need to be able to complete assessments in line with the Social Services and Well being Act. You will need to be confident in applying the principles on the Mental Capacity Act and able to identify triggers for CHC . Knowledge of using the WICCis system would be helpful in this role The team works closely with the multi-disciplinary team within the hospital. The team generally works with adults over 18 years with physical disabilities and older people. Also at times co working with people who have an existing care managers in Learning disabilities or Mental Health services. The team works mostly with inpatients but also works as part of the MDT in A&E and SAU to prevent unnecessary admissions to hospital. The successful candidate will work closely with MDT colleagues and will be able to use an outcome focussed, person-centered approach to complex case work. You will be part of a team who work in some challenging and difficult situations and who support each other through these times to obtain positive outcomes for all involved.

To apply for this role you will need to hold a social work qualification, be registered with Social Care Wales and hold an enhanced DBS. Car driver NOT essential. The hospital is based walking distance from Bridgend train station.

Why join Hoop Social Work?

• Local Agency
• 18 years' experience of the Social Work market
• Largest supplier of Qualified Social Workers across South Wales
• Dedicated point of contact (support team to cover whilst on leave)
• Twice weekly payroll: PAYE and Umbrella payroll options available - you choose!
• Free on-site quarterly training sessions (CPD)
• Refer a friend scheme available
• Loyalty Bonus
• Wellbeing sessions

Contact Sarah Leigh at Hoop Recruitment today on for an informal chat