Social Care & Health (Qualified) - Hospital Social Worker in Hounslow

Hospital Social Worker – Adult Mental Health Team

Location: Hounslow, Greater London
Pay Rate: £32.72 per hour (Umbrella)
Job Title: Social Care & Health (Qualified) – Hospital Social Worker
Department: Adult Localities Mental Health Team
 

About the Role

The London Borough of Hounslow Adult Social Care team is looking for a Qualified Hospital Social Worker to join its Adult Localities Mental Health Team.

Hounslow has a diverse workforce committed to making a positive difference to the lives of residents and visitors by delivering high-quality services.

We are looking for a motivated and committed Social Worker who embraces change and is passionate about improving adult social care services. This is an excellent opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of adults across the borough.

You will be supported through regular supervision, training and ongoing professional development.

About the Team

The Adult Localities Mental Health Team supports individuals experiencing mental health difficulties and social care needs.

The team is committed to promoting wellbeing, recovery and independence by placing individuals at the centre of their care. We take a person-centred approach, listening to residents and tailoring support to meet their individual needs.

The team also focuses on prevention, helping people build resilience and access support within their local communities.

Safeguarding is a key priority, and Hounslow is committed to Making Safeguarding Personal by working collaboratively with adults at risk to ensure their rights, safety and wellbeing are protected.

Purpose of the Role

To provide care and support to Hounslow residents and their carers by undertaking social care assessments, identifying individual needs and desired outcomes, and ensuring residents remain at the centre of all interventions.

You will promote independence, recovery, choice and control while protecting individuals' rights and working in accordance with the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005 and relevant safeguarding procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake statutory social care assessments, reviews and care planning to support safe and timely hospital discharges.
• Manage complex cases, identify risks and undertake safeguarding enquiries.
• Carry out Mental Capacity Assessments and Best Interest decision-making where required.
• Work with adults experiencing mental health difficulties and their carers.
• Develop and review strengths-based support plans that promote independence and wellbeing.
• Work collaboratively with health professionals, residents, carers and partner agencies.
• Maintain accurate case records, assessments and professional reports.
• Apply relevant legislation, policies and professional standards.
• Promote recovery, independence, choice and positive risk-taking.
• Participate in duty functions, supervision, team meetings and service improvement initiatives.

Knowledge and Experience Required

• Good knowledge of social care legislation, particularly the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005 and safeguarding procedures.
• Experience working within statutory mental health services or adult social care.
• Ability to apply social work theory, legislation and professional frameworks to practice.
• Understanding of person-centred and strengths-based approaches.
• Knowledge of Social Work England professional standards, equality, diversity and safeguarding responsibilities.
• Experience managing complex cases and working with adults with mental health needs.
• Understanding of digital case management systems, performance monitoring and quality improvement processes.

Skills and Abilities

• Person-Centred Support and Advocacy: Ability to assess individual needs, develop tailored support plans, advocate for residents and achieve positive outcomes.
• Partnership Working: Ability to work effectively with residents, carers, community organisations, health professionals and multi-agency partners.
• Case Management: Ability to manage complex caseloads, prioritise competing demands, meet deadlines and make sound professional decisions.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships.
• Teamwork and Adaptability: Ability to embrace change, work collaboratively and demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional development and reflective practice.

Essential Requirements

• A recognised Social Work qualification, such as BA in Social Work, DipSW, CQSW, CSS or equivalent.
• Current registration with Social Work England.
• Experience working within an adult social care or statutory social work setting.
• Good knowledge and understanding of mental health social work practice.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage complex cases and work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.
• An Enhanced DBS check is required for this role.
• Must have a UK passport or a full right to work in the UK. 

If you are a qualified and experienced Social Worker passionate about mental health, safeguarding and supporting adults to achieve positive outcomes, we would love to hear from you.

For more information, please contact Shivashni Govender at LinsCare!