Hospital Team Social Worker - Sunderland

Hospital Team Social Worker
Sunderland, UK
26 an hour

Are you a dedicated and experienced Social Worker seeking an exciting opportunity to work within a hospital setting? Randstad Social Care is currently recruiting for a Hospital Team Social Worker to join a dynamic team in Sunderland.

About Us:
Randstad Social Care is a leading recruitment agency specializing in social work placements across the UK. We are proud to partner with reputable healthcare organizations to provide skilled professionals with rewarding employment opportunities.

Role Overview:
We are seeking a compassionate and proactive Social Worker to join the Hospital Team in Sunderland. In this role, you will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to provide holistic support to patients and their families throughout their hospital journey.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conducting assessments of patients' social care needs, taking into account their medical condition, personal circumstances, and support networks.
• Developing and implementing discharge plans in partnership with patients, families, and healthcare professionals to facilitate safe and timely discharge from hospital.
• Providing practical and emotional support to patients and families, signposting to relevant services and resources as required.
• Liaising with community-based services, including social care, housing, and voluntary organizations, to ensure seamless transitions for patients returning to the community.
• Advocating for patients' rights and ensuring their voices are heard in decisions about their care and support.
• Participating in multidisciplinary meetings and case conferences to contribute to holistic care planning and coordination.

Requirements:

• Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
• Experience working within a hospital or healthcare setting, preferably in a similar role.
• Strong assessment, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams and build positive working relationships with colleagues and external agencies.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures relating to adult social care and safeguarding.
• Commitment to providing person-centered care and promoting the dignity and wellbeing of

Benefits:

• Competitive and Weekly pay-rates of 26 an hour
• One committed and dedicated point of contact
• An unlimited referrals incentive, giving you a 300 voucher for anyone you refer (T&Cs apply)
• A full range of free training available
• Access to 100s of discounts through the Hapi App

How to Apply:

If you're ready to make a difference in the lives of individuals, we want to hear from you! we have several exciting opportunities with competitive pay & flexibility.
Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you're passionate about this role. If you wish to discuss this further please call (phone number removed) and can share the CV on
we would be happy to have a confidential discussion.

Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.