Social Worker Hospital Worker
Powys County Council
Who You Are
You are a qualified social work, health, or allied health practitioner with registration as a Social Worker with Social Care Wales/CQC. You possess strong communication skills (written and verbal), and the ability to organize, prioritize, and manage a caseload independently while working flexibly. You can build and maintain partner relationships and handle challenging discussions confidently.
What the job involves
The role involves working with Powys residents aged 65+ to facilitate their safe and timely transfer from acute hospital settings. You will identify the most appropriate discharge pathway, liaise with professionals, individuals, and their families, and work alongside system partners to remove obstacles to timely discharge. Your responsibilities include completing assessments, contributing to statutory obligations under relevant acts, and supporting multi-agency initiatives to promote independence and prevent unnecessary hospital admissions.
Skills
- Good communication skills, written and verbal.
- Good IT skills.
- Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage a caseload.
- Ability to build and maintain partnerships.
- Ability to manage crisis, conflict resolution, and challenging behaviors.
- Commitment to equal opportunities and non-discriminatory practice.
- Knowledge and commitment to social care principles and legislation.
- Possess a full driving license to travel around the county.