Social Work Assistant Discharge, Assessment and

3 weeks ago

Brighton and Hove, United Kingdom Brighton & Hove City Council Full time

**Social Work Assistant Discharge, Assessment and Response Team **:Posted on 17 May 2024 Apply
- Directorate BHCC: Health & Adult Social Care
- Salary £29,777 - £31,364
- Contract Permanent

**Location**:
Royal Sussex County Hospital

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**Job Summary**:
- Job reference
- orbis/TP/489/40874- Positions available
- 1- Working hours
- 37- Closing date
- 9 June 2024- Job category
- Social Work - Adults- Organisation
- Brighton & Hove City Council

**Job introduction**:
**Brighton and Hove: A Rewarding Career in Social Work**

**Join our dynamic Discharge, Assessment and Response Team (DART) (Hospital Social Work Team)**

**Vacancy Announcement**:
We're excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a full time (37hrs per week) Social Work Assistant (SWA) to join our supportive and friendly Discharge, Assessment and Response Social Work team, based in the heart of vibrant Brighton and Hove. Social Work Assistants provide a vital service to adults with care and support needs and their carers through assessment, support planning and review in accordance with statutory requirements and departmental procedures. Working as part of a team, Social Work Assistant duties are informed by social work knowledge, legislation, statutory guidance and policy and procedures relating to the social care of adults and their carers. They undertake assessments and co-ordinate services to improve outcomes for adults in need of care and support in accordance with our strategic priorities.

**Position Available**:

- 1 Full-Time Position (37 hours per week) undertaking community assessments and reviews for clients who have recently experienced a hospital admission.

**Interview Date**:

- To be Confirmed

**For More Information**:

- For an informal discussion about the role, please contact**:

- Vanessa de Moor - Operations Manager - 07766132600**

**About the role**:
**Our Team's Focus**:

- Delivering high-quality and person-centred assessments in acute and community settings with clients after their discharge from hospital. This includes assessing post rehabilitation from health beds and assessing for long-term care at home.
- We promote empowerment and autonomy, supporting people to maximise their independence and ensure their wellbeing is at the centre of care planning.
- Contributing to Safeguarding and Section 42 Enquiries for vulnerable adults.

**Our Work Environment**:

- We pride ourselves on being a friendly and supportive team, thriving in a busy and sometimes challenging system and environment.
- We work flexibly under a ’Hybrid model’ with our office base at Portslade Town Hall (community)
- Professionalism and a commitment to ongoing professional development are the keystones of our practice and very much encouraged. We provide a continuing professional development culture and environment, encouraging career development with training opportunities for all staff.

**About the Role**:

- We are seeking a full-time, Social Work Assistant, preferably with some social care experience, but not essential, who is equipped with strong assessment and communication skills.
- You will receive regular 1:1 supervision, have access to Reflective Practice Groups and access to training to support your professional development.
- The role requires knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Care Act and Mental Capacity Act, which is essential. In addition to having knowledge around Safeguarding and the management of risk.
- The role is perfect for those who thrive in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Collaborate with individuals, families, and carers, adhering to statutory legislation and embedding strengths and relationship-based practice in assessments.
- Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team in all hospital settings/hospital discharge pathways.
- Demonstrate confidence in identifying and raising safeguarding concerns around vulnerable adults.
- Understand the critical role of information and advice in promoting independence and wellbeing.

**Application Process**:

- Answer the shortlisting questions thoroughly. But no more than** 300 words per question** - these responses are crucial for the shortlisting process and will determine your eligibility for an interview.

**Interview Date**:

- To be Confirmed

**For More Information**:

- For an informal discussion about the role, please contact**:

- Vanessa de Moor - Operations Manager - 07766132600**

**Application Process**:
**Additional information**:
Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is less than 37 hours or term-time only.
- For more information about our values and the benefits of working at the council, visit Why work for us (brighton-hove.gov.uk)

**Company information**:
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