The successful candidate may be eligible to up to a maximum of £8,000 (including VAT) towards the cost of expenses incurred due of relocating to Ceredigion. For further information please email humanresources@ceredigion.gov.uk . For more information about the county of Ceredigion and the enviable lifestyle it offers please click here. An exciting opportunity has arisen withinCeredigion's Integrated Triage and Assessment Teamto develop a dynamic, hospital-based social work service.
We are seeking aSenior Social Workerto lead and coordinate social care activity across our acute sites at Bronglais Hospital, Aberystwyth and Glangwili Hospital, Carmarthen strengthening the interface between health and social care.
Key Responsibilities:
- Act as thekey point of contactfor hospital referrals, offering expert advice, guidance, and escalation support to health colleagues.
- Lead oncomplex assessments, includingDecision Support Tools (DSTs),Mental Capacity Assessments, andBest Interest Decisions.
- Coordinate and supervise social workers in assessment and discharge pathways.
- Coordinate and supervise Social Work Assistants to supportlow-level assessmentsand theDischarge to Assess (D2RA)model.
- Facilitatepre-referral discussionsto reduce delays and prevent unnecessary referrals to social care.
- Support acollaborative frameworkfor assessments linked to theTargeted Care & Enablement Service and utilising trusted assessor role.
- Supporting pre-admission assessment for Ceredigion County Council residential services as a trusted assessor.
- Enable afront-door turnaround approach, ensuring timely access to care and support plans and follow-up assessments in the community.
- Build strong working relationships with health professionals to support effective decision-making and pathway planning.
What We're Looking For:
- An experienced Qualified Social Worker registered withSocial Care Wales.
- Experience in hospital discharge planning, complex assessments, and multi-agency working.
- Strong leadership and coordination skills.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation including the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014.
- Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
What We Offer:
- A chance to shape a new and innovative hospital-based social work model.
- Supportive team environment with opportunities for professional development.
- Flexible working arrangements and access to wellbeing support.
Job Description and Person Specification Grade 9 Job Description and Person Specification Grade 10 Note: We reserve the right to extend the application closing date. We are committed to safeguarding and protecting childrenand adults at risk. As part of this commitment, certain roles withinourorganisationrequire a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess the suitability of candidates. This role will require an Enhanced DBS check. Pleasenote that the presence of previous convictions will not necessarily disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. We assess each applicant on a case-by-case basis, and take into account the nature and relevance of any convictions in relation to the responsibilities of the role. Our goal is to create an inclusive and supportive work environment where all individuals are treated fairly and with respect. If you have any concerns or questions regarding this process, please feel free to contact us for clarification. Your privacy and dignity are of utmost importance to us throughout the recruitment process.
What we offer Work-life balance
Lifestyle savings scheme
Generous employer pension scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Learning and development
Where you'll work Porth Gofal - Targeted Intervention Services
We are at the core of Ceredigion's through-age social care provision and we focus on ensuring that each individual receives the intervention that is best placed to meet their needs or, where necessary, guide them to early help or specialist services. Our functions include:
- Porth Gofal Intake and Triage Team
- Targeted Intervention Services
- Fostering Services
- Residential and Day Care Services
- Housing Services
- Integrated Community Equipment Stores
- Emergency Duty Team
More information regarding our teams can be found
here.
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